Man en edelhert 1935

"Man en edelhert" (Man and Stag) is a woodcut print created in 1935 by Aristide Maillol, a prominent French sculptor and printmaker. The print depicts a nude man lying on his back, with a stag resting its head on his chest. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Maillol's artistic style, characterized by simplified forms and harmonious proportions, evoking a sense of tranquility and classicism. The stark contrast between the black and white tones enhances the subject's sensuality and emphasizes the unity of the human and animal figures.