Artwork
Composition
Composition is an ink print by Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in graphite: XIII JacobavanHeemskerck no. 1; lower right by H. Stinnes in graphite: 14 XII. 1917 H. XIII no. 1/v Handaquarelliert
About this work
Overview
Composition is a 1914 color woodcut print by Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, executed on Japan paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print features abstract, non-representational forms in bright yellows, greens, reds, and blues against a dark background, with varying textures achieved through the woodcut technique.
Technique & Style
The woodcut method allows for bold, flat areas of color to be printed, creating a striking contrast with the dark background. The resulting image has a mix of smooth and rough textures.
History & Provenance
Created in 1914 by Jacoba van Heemskerck van Beest, the print is a product of the artist's experimentation with color woodcut techniques.
Artist & collection
