Death and the Woodcutter

Artist
Leo BENSEMANN (New Zealander, b.1912, d.1986): Artist
The Holloway Press: Printer/Publisher
Production date
2004

Description
Finely detailed wood engraving of two figures in a landscape. 'Death' looms over the 'Woodcutter', who is on his knees collecting firewood. A cowed dog is in the bottom right corner. 'Death' is wearing a feathered cape, carrying a large sword and has lightning bolts emanating from his shoulders.
Medium
Wood engraving on 250 gsm Lana Royal paper
Measurements
Dimensions: 0 - Whole: 290 x 385mm
Edition
15/30
Credit line
Gifted by The Holloway Press in 2005
Accession number
1012.10

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