Notre-Dame in Parijs 1888 - 1934

"Notre-Dame in Parijs" is a woodcut print created by Willem Adrianus Grondhout in 1934. The print, which is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a simplified, almost silhouette-like view of the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, emphasizing the structure’s imposing presence and the surrounding landscape. The artist's use of black and white, along with the simplified forms, adds to the dramatic effect of the image and creates a sense of timelessness. Grondhout's woodcut captures the essence of this architectural masterpiece, conveying its historical significance and architectural beauty in a striking and minimalist form.