Woman at the Window (1920)

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Dive into the intriguing world of Belgian Expressionism with Gustave De Smet's captivating woodcut, "Woman at the Window." This artwork, created in 1920, delivers a stark yet evocative image, utilizing bold contrasts and simplified forms characteristic of the Expressionist movement.The image captures a solitary female figure seated near a window. Her somber expression and downward gaze evoke a sense of introspective solitude. De Smet's use of stark black and white enhances the emotional gravity of the scene, drawing viewers into the woman's introspective experience. The background, though only subtly detailed, suggests the vague forms of trees and foliage, which mesh with the interior setting to blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.Gustave De Smet's exploration of human emotion, combined with his distinctive style, makes "Woman at the Window" a compelling study of form, contrast, and existential contemplation. This piece not only highlights De Smet's mastery in woodcut techniques but also offers a deeply personal glimpse into the thematic concerns that pervade much of his work.

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Gustave Franciscus De Smet (21 January 1877 – 8 October 1943) was a Belgian painter. Together with Constant Permeke and Frits Van den Berghe, he was one of the founders of Flemish Expressionism. His younger brother, Léon De Smet, also became a painter.