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Horned Owl Art Print by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita – Vintage Dutch Graphic Animal Illustration
From the archives, Owl print by renowned Dutch graphic artist Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita (1868–1944). Originally created in 1915, this striking woodcut features a stylised horned owl with mesmerising symmetry and strong black-and-white contrast a hallmark of de Mesquita’s distinctive graphic style.
De Mesquita, a Sephardic Jewish artist and mentor to M.C. Escher, was a leading figure in early 20th-century Dutch printmaking. His works remain a powerful testament to creativity and resilience, as his life was tragically cut short in the Holocaust.
Product Details:
Sizes available: A4, A3
Printed on high-quality, sustainably sourced paper
Unframed – ready to be styled your way
Carefully packaged for safe delivery
Printed using water based inks
Printing method: Giclée
Materials: Fine art paper
Weight: 200gsm (5.9oz/yd)
Finish: Matt
Texture: Smooth
Whiteness: Natural white
Due to age and nature of print some pixilation is to be expected upon close inspection but not noticeable at
A perfect addition for lovers of vintage animal art, mid-century aesthetics, or minimalist decor, this print works beautifully in a range of interiors, from modern apartments to cozy studies or eclectic gallery walls.
From the archives, Owl print by renowned Dutch graphic artist Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita (1868–1944). Originally created in 1915, this striking woodcut features a stylised horned owl with mesmerising symmetry and strong black-and-white contrast a hallmark of de Mesquita’s distinctive graphic style.
De Mesquita, a Sephardic Jewish artist and mentor to M.C. Escher, was a leading figure in early 20th-century Dutch printmaking. His works remain a powerful testament to creativity and resilience, as his life was tragically cut short in the Holocaust.
Product Details:
Sizes available: A4, A3
Printed on high-quality, sustainably sourced paper
Unframed – ready to be styled your way
Carefully packaged for safe delivery
Printed using water based inks
Printing method: Giclée
Materials: Fine art paper
Weight: 200gsm (5.9oz/yd)
Finish: Matt
Texture: Smooth
Whiteness: Natural white
Due to age and nature of print some pixilation is to be expected upon close inspection but not noticeable at
A perfect addition for lovers of vintage animal art, mid-century aesthetics, or minimalist decor, this print works beautifully in a range of interiors, from modern apartments to cozy studies or eclectic gallery walls.