Artwork
Woman in White
Woman in White is an oil painting by Rik Wouters. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
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Overview
Woman in White is a 1915 oil painting by Rik Wouters, a Belgian artist known for his work in multiple mediums. The painting is part of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman seated in a chair, wearing a white shirt and dark pants, with a yellow necklace. Her relaxed pose conveys a sense of calmness and serenity.
Technique & Style
Wouters' fauvist style is evident in the expressive use of color, seen in the mixed hues of the background, including red, green, and yellow. The overall effect is one of warmth and tenderness.
History & Provenance
Created in 1915, Woman in White is one of around 200 artworks produced by Wouters during his lifetime, before his death in 1916.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrik Emil (Rik) Wouters (21 August 1882 – 11 July 1916) was a Belgian painter, sculptor and draughtsman.
