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Woman at Prayers
Woman at Prayers is an oil painting by Constant Permeke. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
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Overview
Woman at Prayers is a 1925 oil painting by Constant Permeke, a prominent Flemish Expressionist artist.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a kneeling woman in prayer, dressed in a dark robe with a white collar and head covering, her face shadowed. Her pose conveys reverence and devotion, creating a somber, contemplative atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Permeke's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic contrast between light and dark, emphasizing the subject's introspection. The earthy background tone complements the overall mood.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp's collection. Permeke, born in 1886, was associated with the Sint-Martens-Latem-based School of Latem, which drew on Fauvism, Cubism, and folk traditions.
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Artist
Constant Permeke (Dutch: (1886 – 1952) was a Belgian painter and sculptor, and part of the Sint-Martens-Latem-based School of Latem, along with Gustave De Smet and Frits Van den Berghe.
