Zonder titel 1919

This untitled print was made by Ger Ladage in 1913 using woodcut, a relief printing process. The artist likely transferred the design onto a block of wood, then carefully carved away the areas that would not receive ink, leaving a raised surface. The linear textures within each geometric shard result from the carving process. The way the knife meets the wood determines the print's final appearance, with its crisp edges and textured surfaces. It is a labor-intensive process, requiring both skill and patience to execute. Woodcut, like other printmaking techniques, has a long and rich history, associated with both fine art and commercial production, and lending itself to repeated imagery and the distribution of ideas. The red ink amplifies its graphic quality, making it a bold, visually striking work. By focusing on the materials and making of this print, we can appreciate the labor and skill that went into its creation. In this way, craft helps us to understand the cultural and social significance of this dynamic composition.