Boomstronk 1922

"Boomstronk" is a 1922 woodcut by Dutch artist Simon Moulijn (1866-1948). The print, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a gnarled tree trunk in stark detail, its form filling almost the entire composition. The woodcut's dark, expressive lines and contrasting light areas emphasize the tree's rough, textured surface, hinting at its long life and resilience. Moulijn's focus on natural forms and the interplay of light and shadow are characteristic of his artistic style, which blended realism with a hint of symbolism.