{"product_id":"parkiet-parakeet-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita","title":"Parkiet (Parakeet) - Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking woodcut print of a parakeet by Dutch artist Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita, featuring bold geometric lines and high-contrast monochrome aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamuel Jessurun de Mesquita was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mastery of the woodcut medium. This print, depicting a parakeet, demonstrates his ability to reduce complex organic forms into essential geometric shapes. The composition relies on the stark contrast between black and white, a hallmark of his graphic output. By employing precise, rhythmic lines to define the bird's plumage and the perch, he creates a sense of order and stillness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Mesquita often turned his attention to the animal kingdom, observing his subjects with a detached, analytical eye. Rather than aiming for photographic accuracy, he sought to capture the character of the creature through simplified contours and decorative patterning. The background is composed of horizontal striations, which serve to flatten the pictorial space and push the subject forward. This technique reflects the influence of Japanese woodblock prints, which were widely admired by European artists of the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work is characterised by a disciplined approach to line and form. The parakeet is rendered with a clarity that borders on the abstract, yet it remains recognisable. The artist avoids unnecessary detail, focusing instead on the structural integrity of the image. This print is an example of his mature style, where the woodcut process dictates the final aesthetic. The sharp edges and clean transitions between light and dark areas are typical of his technical proficiency. De Mesquita's influence extended to his students, most notably M.C. Escher, who held him in high regard. 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