Silhouet Oostergasfabriek 1915

"Silhouet Oostergasfabriek" (1915) by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita is a striking woodcut print that captures the stark silhouette of an industrial gas factory in Amsterdam against a backdrop of a twilight sky. The artist's use of bold black and white contrasts emphasizes the imposing presence of the factory, while the delicate lines of the clouds evoke a sense of atmospheric depth. The artwork exemplifies de Mesquita's mastery of the woodcut technique, and his ability to translate the urban landscape into a visually compelling composition. The piece is currently part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum.