{"product_id":"staande-naakte-vrouw-met-geheven-armen-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita","title":"Staande naakte vrouw met geheven armen - Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking woodcut by Dutch artist Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita, featuring a central nude figure surrounded by rhythmic, symbolic lines and mask-like forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodcut by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita demonstrates the artist's mastery of line and his affinity for the Symbolist aesthetic. The composition features a central female figure with arms raised, surrounded by flowing, rhythmic lines that suggest movement or an ethereal atmosphere. Two mask-like faces appear on either side of the figure, adding a layer of mystery and psychological tension characteristic of the artist's work. De Mesquita, a Dutch graphic artist known for his precise technique, often employed these stark, high-contrast woodcuts to explore themes beyond simple representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is executed on a textured, neutral-toned paper, which allows the dark ink to sit with a matte, organic quality. The lines are deliberate and calligraphic, defining the contours of the body while simultaneously creating a decorative pattern in the background. The vertical orientation of the work emphasises the elongation of the figure, a common stylistic choice in early twentieth-century printmaking that draws influence from both Art Nouveau and the more abstract tendencies of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Mesquita was a significant figure in the Dutch art scene, teaching at the School of Applied Arts in Haarlem and influencing many younger artists, most notably M.C. Escher. His work often bridges the gap between decorative design and fine art, showing a clear interest in the graphic potential of the woodcut medium. This particular piece avoids unnecessary detail, focusing instead on the balance between the human form and the surrounding abstract motifs. The result is a work that feels both ancient and modern, relying on the interplay of light and shadow to convey its subject. It is a fine example of the graphic rigour that defined his career, offering a glimpse into the creative mind of an artist who prioritised clarity of form and expressive power.\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\/knielende-figuur-tussen-planten-johannes-josephus-aarts\" 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;\"\u003eKnielende figuur tussen planten by Johannes Josephus Aarts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dorpsgezicht-aan-de-kust-reijer-stolk\" 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;\"\u003eDorpsgezicht aan de kust by Reijer Stolk\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;\"\u003eSamuel Jessurun de Mesquita artwork →\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":59502904213839,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59502904246607,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59502904279375,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59502904312143,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59502904344911,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59502904377679,"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":59502904410447,"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":59502904443215,"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":59502904475983,"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":59502904508751,"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":59502904541519,"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":59502904574287,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Staande-naakte-vrouw-met-geheven-armen_Poster_CompositorV1_1794619966197.jpg?v=1794620014","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/staande-naakte-vrouw-met-geheven-armen-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}