Fontamara VIII 1947

"Fontamara VIII" is a woodcut print created in 1947 by Brazilian artist Fayga Ostrower (1920-2001). The artwork depicts a crowd of people gathered in a street, likely a protest or demonstration, with a large white banner hanging in the background. The stark black and white composition, a characteristic of woodcut printing, emphasizes the sense of urgency and the stark reality of the scene. This piece embodies Ostrower's commitment to social commentary and her use of art to highlight societal issues.