(1883 Döbeln - 1970 Radolfzell) "Totenwache" (Vigil for the Dead). Original title Woodcut/Vellum, 1944. Signed and dated 19(44); in the printing stock dated 1945. Catalogue raisonné Dubé H 375, Ebner/Gabelmann 869 H. Von Heckel only given to friends and collectors, 14th "Jahresblatt" (Annual Sheet). Heckel delves into the barely tangible, increasing horrors of the end of World War II - to the fallen youth, the sun stands as a symbol of hope and new beginnings. Depiction measures 10.4 cm x 20.8 cm. Framed. Woodcut on woven paper, 1944. Hand-signed and dated.