Illinois Landscape 1938

"Illinois Landscape" is a woodblock print created by William Jacobs in 1938. The artwork features a dark, almost black background with only the outlines of trees and a single, tall, thin tree in the center of the composition. The print’s minimalist style suggests a focus on form and light, and the stark contrast between the black background and the white outlines creates a striking visual impact. The artist's signature appears in the bottom right corner, along with the date of creation. This piece showcases Jacobs's skill in using the woodblock printmaking technique to depict a simplified yet evocative landscape.