Toekan 1913 - 1914

"Toekan" is a woodcut print created by Dutch artist Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita between 1913 and 1914. The image depicts a toucan, a tropical bird, with a distinctive large beak. The artist used a stippling technique, creating a dense and textured background, contrasting with the bold, black outline of the bird. This woodcut print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This work exemplifies de Mesquita's distinctive style, characterized by intricate details and a focus on natural imagery. The simplicity of the composition and the use of black and white enhance the bird's striking silhouette.