The Prisoner 1918

"The Prisoner" is a woodcut print by German Expressionist artist Christian Rohlfs, created in 1918. The work depicts a figure confined within a stark cage, their anguish and desperation conveyed through bold black lines and heavy shadows. Rohlfs' characteristically simplified forms and dramatic use of contrast capture the emotional intensity of the subject, highlighting the theme of imprisonment and isolation. This work reflects the social and political turmoil of the time, with the artist's powerful imagery resonating with audiences long after its creation.