{"product_id":"aronskelk-calla-lily-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita-1","title":"Aronskelk (Calla Lily) - Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1923 lithograph by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita, capturing the sculptural form of a calla lily through stark tonal contrasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamuel Jessurun de Mesquita, a Dutch graphic artist, produced this lithograph in 1923. The work depicts an aronskelk, or calla lily, reduced to its essential geometric components. De Mesquita was known for his technical precision in printmaking, particularly in woodcuts and lithography, where he often explored the tension between natural forms and abstract composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this print, the artist focuses on the sculptural quality of the flower. The large, sweeping curve of the spathe dominates the frame, creating a stark contrast against the dark, textured background. By stripping away extraneous detail, de Mesquita directs the viewer to the interplay of light and shadow across the organic surface of the plant. The composition relies on the balance of negative space and the density of the lithographic ink, which provides a soft, granular texture throughout the darker areas of the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Mesquita taught at the School of Applied Arts in Haarlem and exerted a significant influence on his students, most notably M.C. Escher. His approach to printmaking was methodical, often favouring a restrained palette and a focus on the structural integrity of his subjects. This piece reflects his interest in the decorative potential of natural forms, a theme that appeared frequently in his output during the early twentieth century. The work remains a clear example of his ability to transform a common botanical subject into a study of form and tone, moving away from traditional representational styles toward a more modern, simplified aesthetic. The signature in the upper right corner confirms the artist's hand, placing this work within his mature period of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/calla-lily-on-grey-georgia-okeeffe\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCalla Lily on Grey by Georgia O'Keeffe\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bloemen-en-bladeren-theo-van-hoytema\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBloemen en bladeren by Theo van Hoytema\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59460199678287,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59460228219215,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59460228251983,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59460228284751,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59460228317519,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59460228350287,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59460228383055,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59460228415823,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59460228448591,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59460228481359,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59460228514127,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59460228546895,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Aronskelk-Calla-Lily-_Poster_CompositorV1_1792400205337.jpg?v=1794350636","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/aronskelk-calla-lily-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita-1","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}