Artwork
Brugge de dode, Brugge de nieuwe
Brugge de dode, Brugge de nieuwe is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Gustave De Smet. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Groeningemuseum.
About this work
Overview
Brugge de dode, Brugge de nieuwe is an oil painting created by Belgian artist Gustave De Smet in 1904, capturing a serene cityscape with a house by a river.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a quiet riverside scene with a yellow-walled, brown-roofed house on the right, set against a backdrop of a large building, boats, and a gray, cloudy sky, evoking a sense of calm and peace.
Technique & Style
Characterized by soft, muted colors (predominantly browns and grays) and smooth, gentle brushstrokes, the work reflects Impressionist influences, distinct from De Smet's later Expressionist and Cubist explorations.
History & Provenance
Originally created in 1904, the painting is now part of the Groeningemuseum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gustave Franciscus De Smet, also known as Gustaaf De Smet and Gust De Smet (21 January 1877 – 8 October 1943) was a Belgian painter and printmaker.
