Omslagontwerp voor: Wendingen, Schelpennummer, 1923 1923

This woodcut by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst is a cover design for the Dutch art magazine *Wendingen*. The image features a mermaid and a stylized female figure, both depicted in a graphic style characteristic of the magazine's Art Nouveau and Jugendstil aesthetic. The design uses a limited color palette of gold and purple, creating a striking visual effect. This piece, now in the Rijksmuseum, reflects the artistic trends of the early 20th century, particularly the movement towards a more decorative and expressive form of art. *Wendingen* was a platform for avant-garde artists, architects, and designers, and Holst's work perfectly embodies the magazine's commitment to innovative artistic expression.