Sneeuwuil by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita

Sneeuwuil 1927

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

toned paper

blue ink drawing

childish illustration

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

cartoon style

"Sneeuwuil" (Snowy Owl) is a 1927 woodcut by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita, a Dutch artist known for his unique style combining Art Nouveau and Expressionism. This striking artwork depicts a snowy owl in stark white against a black background, its plumage rendered in bold, geometric lines. The simplicity of the composition and the use of strong contrasts emphasize the owl's powerful presence and its enigmatic nature. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing Jessurun de Mesquita's mastery of woodcut technique and his artistic vision.