Oorlogsindustrie 1933 - 1935

"Oorlogsindustrie" (War Industry), a 1933-1935 woodcut by Dutch artist Meijer Bleekrode, depicts the grim reality of war production. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, features stark black and white imagery of a factory, soldiers, and a prominent figure with a swastika on his jacket, alluding to the rise of fascism. This graphic print, created during a period of intense political and social change, serves as a powerful critique of the destructive forces of war and the role of industry in fueling conflict. Bleekrode's bold and expressive style, characteristic of his work, captures the harshness of the subject matter, making "Oorlogsindustrie" a significant work of social commentary.