Schuitbekreiger in de regen 1878 - 1908

"Schuitbekreiger in de regen" (1878-1908) is a woodcut print by Dutch artist Theo van Hoytema (1863-1917). The artwork depicts a bird, likely a cormorant, standing in the rain with its head bowed. The use of muted greens and grays, coupled with the rain-soaked background, evokes a sense of melancholy and solitude. The print exemplifies van Hoytema’s interest in depicting natural subjects, and the work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. This piece is a powerful example of the Dutch artist's mastery of woodcut printmaking and his ability to capture the essence of nature through simple yet evocative imagery.