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Crespin Adolphe'Lady in the Garden' by Adolphe Crespin, Brussels 1859 – 1944, Belgian Painter1859 – 1944
1859 – 1944
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Adolphe Crespin
Brussels 1859 – 1944
Belgian Painter
'Lady in the Garden'
Signature: Signed lower left
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: Image size 62 x 52 cm, frame size 83 x 73 cm
The "Lady in the Garden" by Louis Charles is a landscape painting with a luminist impact. A lady in a pink dress is surrounded by a rich variation of greens in the garden, forming a beautiful and harmonious whole. This neo-impressionistic work devotes great attention to light effects. Crespin was one of the pioneers of Belgian luminism.
Biography: Crespin Adolphe Louis Charles was born on May 17, 1859, in the heart of Brussels. His artistry as a realistic painter was nothing short of extraordinary, casting a luminous touch on the interiors of churches, the nostalgic charm of old streets, cityscapes that captured urban life’s essence, landscapes that whispered tales of nature, figures that breathed life, and still-life compositions that were pure poetry. Beyond the canvas, he was a versatile artist, equally adept in watercolor, fresco, and the intricate craft of engraving, all influenced by the captivating allure of Japanese art.
Crespin’s artistic journey was shaped under the mentorship of E. Blanc-Garin in Brussels and further refined through the guidance of L. Bonnat amidst the artistic vibrancy of Paris. Yet, his creativity knew no bounds. He ventured into the realms of theater, where his genius lay in designing captivating sets and costumes. He blazed a trail as a pioneer in poster artistry. In addition, he lent his artistic prowess to adorning walls with enchanting murals and crafting intricate carpet designs. His formative years saw him as a dedicated student at the Brussels Academy from 1877 to 1881.
A fateful friendship with visionary architect Paul Hankar opened the door to a new artistic frontier, one where Crespin adorned building facades and brought the ethnographic room at the prestigious 1897 Colonial Exhibition in Turin to life with his creative brilliance. His artistic legacy graced numerous civil, religious, public, and private structures. In recognition of his exceptional contributions, Crespin received the esteemed Diploma of Honour in Brussels in 1897 and later in Turin in 1902.
In 1944, Crespin passed away in his beloved Brussels. Today, his art continues to captivate, adorning the walls of both private and public collections, finding a cherished place in museums across Brussels (Charlier), Saint Josse, and Ghent.
His life and work have been documented in various literary sources, including “Dictionnaire critique et documentaire des peintres sculpteurs dessinateurs et graveurs” by Bénzézit, “Allgemeines Lexikon der Bildenden Künstler” from E.A. Seemann Verlag Leipzig, “Lexicon of the Belgian Romantic Painters,” “Le Dictionnaire des Peintres Belges du XIV siècle à nos jours,” Biografisch Lexicon, and “De Belgische Beeldende Kunstenaars uit de 19de en 20ste eeuw,” meticulously chronicled by Paul Piron.
- Creator:Crespin Adolphe (1859 - 1944, Belgian)
- Creation Year:1859 – 1944
- Dimensions:Height: 32.68 in (83 cm)Width: 28.75 in (73 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
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- Condition:The painting is presented in ready-to-hang gallery condition, having undergone professional revision. It is enclosed in an original frame from the period—a good quality fitted wooden gilt frame with a nice patina, and it is in excellent condition.
- Gallery Location:Bruges, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2006210368312
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