Vogel in hoek van een kooi c. 1914

Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita's "Vogel in hoek van een kooi" (Bird in the Corner of a Cage), a woodcut from circa 1914, depicts a single bird confined within the corner of a cage. The artist's signature style is evident in the use of bold, black lines to create a sense of depth and texture, and a minimalist composition that focuses on the bird's isolation and vulnerability. The piece serves as a poignant commentary on the limitations of captivity, resonating with viewers through its simple but impactful imagery.