Old Powder House, Central City 1933

Birger Sandzén's 1933 woodcut, "Old Powder House, Central City," portrays a stark, yet captivating landscape. The black and white composition highlights the stark architecture of a stone building in Central City, Colorado, framed by a lone tree and a winding, mountainous backdrop. Sandzén's signature style is evident in the bold, graphic lines and the use of negative space to create a sense of depth and perspective. The simplified forms and details contribute to the piece's timeless quality, making it a compelling example of American regionalism.