The Burial (Begrabnis) 1916

"The Burial (Begrabnis)" is a woodcut print created by Walter Gramatté in 1916. The print depicts a procession of figures carrying a coffin through a snow-covered landscape under a night sky. The simple, stark lines and dark, brooding tones of the print create a somber and haunting atmosphere, reflecting the grief and loss of the time period, likely a reference to the devastation of World War I. This work demonstrates Gramatté's mastery of woodcut technique and his ability to evoke strong emotional responses through the simplicity of his imagery.