De schoone buit (1880 - 1920)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Henri van der Stok's evocative woodcut "De schoone buit" (The Beautiful Spoil), created between 1880 and 1920, is a striking piece that vividly captures a mythological essence entwined with dynamism and intricate detail. The artwork portrays two mythical figures, perhaps deities or spirits, engaging actively with a large bird in a lush, detailed forest setting. The figures, muscular and animated, seem to be in the midst of either capturing or tending to the bird, which adds a sense of intense movement and interaction to the scene.The composition is rich with symbolic elements and dense foliage that frames the central action, drawing the viewer’s eye directly to the interaction at the center. The contrast of the dark ink on light paper highlights the textures and patterns of the figures’ attire and the surrounding vegetation, emphasizing the drama and the high stakes of the narrative portrayed."De schoone buit" not only showcases Van der Stok's mastery of the woodcut medium but also his ability to weave narrative, emotion, and aesthetic detail into a cohesive and compelling artwork.
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Henri van der Stok was born in Indonesia and eventually settled in the Hague.
Van der Stok excelled in woodcut and lithography and did so with style and great skills as a draughtsman. His prints are consistently good. Van der Stok's flair for art deco design is is consistent throughout his oeuvre. In addition to his blockprints, he was also a gifted painter and stained glass artisan. He was a member of the Pulcri studio.