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About this work

This print shows a dark, shadowy figure standing sideways, facing away from us. The person’s body is simple and angular, with a wide-brimmed hat that hides their face. The background is a rough, textured wash of pale yellow and gray, almost like scratched paper. The artist used a woodcut method—carving into wood and adding ink wash—so the lines feel both sharp and smudged. The figure’s stance is stiff, almost like a sketch, but the hat adds a touch of mystery. Next, look up woodcut to see how this printmaking technique works.