Artwork
An Old Woman
An Old Woman is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Evert Larock. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
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Overview
An Old Woman is an 1896 oil painting by Belgian artist Evert Larock, characterized by its post-Impressionist style and currently housed in the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays an elderly woman with a deeply lined face, her hair tied back and covered by a headscarf, conveying a sense of aged dignity.
Technique & Style
Executed in loose, expressive brushstrokes, the work features visible textures and a predominantly earth-toned palette, emphasizing the subject's weathered appearance and attire.
History & Provenance
Created in 1896 by Evert Larock, associated with Impressionist and Secessionist movements (Als ik Kan and De XIII), the painting is now part of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp's collection.
Context
Reflecting late 19th-century artistic trends, the piece aligns with post-Impressionist explorations of everyday life and the emphasis on expressive technique over realism.
Legacy
While specific lasting impacts of *An Old Woman* are not broadly documented, it contributes to the understanding of Larock's contribution to Belgian post-Impressionism and the broader European art scene of his time.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Everard Larock, known as Evert (21 May 1865 – 13 January 1901) was a Belgian Impressionist painter who belonged to the Secessionist art groups Als ik Kan and De XIII.
