Kerstkaart met menselijke figuur en dieren 1906 - 1945

This Christmas card by Dutch artist Reijer Stolk, dated between 1906 and 1945, showcases a unique style of woodcut printmaking. The design features a central human figure surrounded by stylized animals and floral motifs in a dense composition. This minimalist approach to the scene, executed in black and white, highlights the artist's skill in creating a captivating Christmas greeting through symbolic imagery. The inscription at the bottom reads "Schöne Weihnachten und Gutes Neues Jahr," wishing a happy Christmas and a good new year. This small-scale artwork, held in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the creative exploration of festive motifs during Stolk's artistic journey.