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March 6, 2025

Gustave Van de Woestijne’s Beautiful Portrait Paintings From the Early 20th Century

Gustave Van de Woestijne (1881–1947) was a Belgian painter known for his contributions to the Belgian Symbolist movement and his involvement in the early stages of Expressionism. He was born in the city of Ghent and initially trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Ghent.

Van de Woestijne’s work was deeply influenced by the Symbolist and Post-Impressionist styles, but he also sought to explore more personal and emotional expression through his art. He is best known for his landscapes, portraits, and still-life paintings, often imbued with a certain melancholic or introspective mood. In particular, his use of color, light, and texture was distinctive, as he sought to convey emotions and atmosphere in his work.

Throughout his career, Van de Woestijne was part of various avant-garde movements in Belgium, and his style evolved over time, shifting towards a more expressive and stylized approach. His work was influential among Belgian artists and played a role in shaping the art scene in Belgium during the early 20th century.

Coming Back from the Fields

Azuur

Adrienne With a Violin

Adrienne

Boerin

Boerinnetje

Boy at the Piano (Portrait of Bernard de Craene)

Christ in the Wilderness

Crouching Deeske

Deeske on the Field

Elegant at the Theater

Farmer Family

Farmer Kerckhove

Farmer

Farmer's Head

He Who Listens

Head of a Man

Hospitality to Strangers

Portrait of Adrienne Ferraille

Portrait of Fabrice Polderman

Portrait of Mrs. de Weert

Portrait of Mrs. Minne

Portrait of Valerius De Saedeleer

Seated Boy

Stuffed Farmer

The Artist's Wife

The Bad Sower

The Blind Man

The Children's Table

The Last Supper

The Liqueur Drinkers

The Monk

The Sower

The Two Young Girls

Two Springs

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