Jan-van-gent 1930

"Jan-van-gent" is a woodcut print created by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita in 1930. This artwork is a striking example of the artist's distinctive style, featuring a stylized bird with a long, slender beak resting on a simplified landscape. De Mesquita's use of black and white contrasts and bold outlines contributes to a sense of graphic intensity, typical of his work. The woodcut technique itself, with its characteristic texture and fine lines, adds another layer of visual interest. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a powerful and evocative testament to De Mesquita's mastery of the woodcut medium and his unique artistic vision.