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René Toussaint 'North Sea Dunes - Le Zwin' by René Toussaint (1902 - Spa - 1972)Mid-20th Century
Mid-20th Century
About the Item
René Toussaint
1902 – Spa – 1972
Belgian Painter
'Belgian Coast – Le Zwin'
Signature: signed lower left ’R Toussaint’
Medium: oil on panel
Dimensions: image size 50 x 60 cm, frame size 63 x 72 cm
Biography: René Toussaint was a Belgian painter celebrated for his evocative landscapes of the Ardennes, particularly around Spa. Born in 1902, he remained deeply rooted in his hometown, where he lived from 1911 onwards at the Source de la Sauvenière, a location that not only served as his residence but also housed his studio and permanent exhibition space.
A student of the accomplished artist Vital Keuller in the 1930s, Toussaint developed a highly personal artistic style, independent of the prevailing pictorial movements of his era. His works capture the changing moods of nature, from the serene beauty of sunlit forests to the brooding atmosphere of mist-covered hills, revealing a profound sensitivity to light and seasonality.
Despite his artistic dedication, Toussaint had little interest in the commercial side of his work. It is said that he never personally sold a single painting, entrusting this responsibility entirely to his wife. His reluctance to engage in sales perhaps reflects his deep commitment to artistic expression over market trends.
Toussaint’s contributions to Belgian art have been recognized in key reference works, including Belgian Visual Artists from the 19th to the 21st Century by Paul Piron and J. Goijen’s Dictionary of Artists. Though he passed away in Spa in 1972, his legacy endures through his timeless depictions of landscape, offering a window into the soul of the Belgian countryside.
- Creator:René Toussaint (1902 - 1972, Belgian)
- Creation Year:Mid-20th Century
- Dimensions:Height: 24.81 in (63 cm)Width: 28.35 in (72 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
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- Condition:The artwork is elegantly presented in an original frame and is impeccably preserved in excellent condition. This piece is ready for immediate gallery display, having undergone a professional review.
- Gallery Location:Knokke, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2006216322442
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