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Valentin Le Campion (1903 Moscow - 1952 Paris): Symbolic representation of a woodcutter and tree in a literary context, , Woodcut Technique: Woodcut on Paper Inscription: Lower right monogrammed (ligated): "WC". At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "Bois gravé par Valentin Le Campion; no 1 de la suite "Les quatre saisons"". Date: Description: The artwork shows a lumberjack about to cut down a majestic tree. Symbolism of destruction and loss is emphasised by fighting nymphs standing up for the tree. Historical and literary references to nature and divinity are evident. Keywords: Lumberjack, 20th century, Expressionism, Landscape, France, Size: Paper: 44,3 cm x 17,2 cm (17,4 x 6,8 in), Depiction: 17,9 cm x 13,6 cm (7 x 5,4 in)