Reiger 1911

Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita’s 1911 woodcut “Reiger,” on display at the Rijksmuseum, captures a heron in striking detail against a dark, textured background. The artist's meticulous, linear style and the use of black, white, and gray tones create a sense of depth and volume in this minimalist composition. The artist's signature and the year appear in the lower right corner, adding a personal touch to this stunning example of his work.