Portrait of Maurice Maeterlinck (circa 1903)

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We are proud to feature "Portrait of Maurice Maeterlinck," a compelling work of art by Theo van Rysselberghe circa 1903. This distinctive drawing showcases the artist's adept use of line and form to capture the essence of Maurice Maeterlinck, a prominent Belgian playwright and poet, known for his symbolist plays.The portrait is rendered with delicate yet confident strokes, primarily in charcoal, which lends a soft yet dynamic quality to the image. Maeterlinck is depicted in profile, his gaze directed outward, suggesting a moment of contemplation or introspection. The drawing is characterized by the fine detailing of Maeterlinck’s hair and the intricate lines that define his facial features, capturing a likeness that is both introspective and dignified.Van Rysselberghe's talent in portraiture shines through in this artwork, emphasizing not just the physical features but also hinting at the intellectual and emotional depth of Maeterlinck, whose literary contributions introduced him to audiences as a thinker ahead of his time.This portrait not only commemorates a significant cultural figure but also showcases the unique blend of realism and impressionism that defines van Rysselberghe's artistic style.

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Théophile "Théo" van Rysselberghe was a Belgian neo-impressionist painter, who played a pivotal role in the European art scene at the turn of the twentieth century.

Born in Ghent to a French-speaking bourgeois family, he studied first at the Academy of Ghent under Theo Canneel and from 1879 at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels under the directorship of Jean-François Portaels.