De maagdenmoorder 1922

"De maagdenmoorder" (The Virgin Killer), a 1922 woodcut by Dutch artist Henri Braakensiek (1891-1941), is a powerful and unsettling portrait. Executed in a bold, graphic style, the work's stark black and white composition evokes a sense of tension and psychological depth. Braakensiek's expressive lines capture the intensity of the subject's gaze, creating a sense of unease and ambiguity. The artwork's title further heightens the unsettling nature of the piece, hinting at a dark and troubled inner world. "De maagdenmoorder" is a striking example of Braakensiek's expressionistic style and his exploration of human psychology through the medium of printmaking.