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Jean-Marie Planque - A woman with fish
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Waterloo, BelgiumView all items from this sellerOil on a board, hand signed, 93 x 43 cm
This exquisite painting captures a serene moment of domestic tranquility, as an anonymous figure engages in the timeless act of preparing a meal. The soft, ethereal brushwork evokes a dreamlike quality, lending the scene a sense of intimacy and warmth. Earthy tones dominate, suggesting the organic nature of the culinary activity, while hints of cool blues add a calming balance. The artist's choice to render the figure without distinct features allows viewers to project themselves into the scene, enhancing the artwork's universal appeal. This piece is a celebration of the simple, everyday rituals that connect us all, making it a thoughtful addition to any collection seeking to inspire contemplation and a homely ambiance.
(!) The painting is in good condition but may have minor scratches and traces of age, as this item is over 50 years old.
Biography of the artist:
Jean-Marie Planque, born in Tournai, Belgium, in 1932, pursued Fine Art studies at various academies. After completing his courses, he chose to dedicate his free time to art rather than pursuing a commercial career. Influenced by Belgian Surrealist Marcel Moreau, whose text "The Planque Effect" elucidates his friend's work, Planque's art bears the mark of literary influences such as Louis-Ferdinand Céline, Louis Aragon, and even Léo Ferré. Despite facing illness and career setbacks, he continued his artistic journey until his passing in 1992. Since then, efforts have been made to showcase his work through exhibitions, including those in Tournai (1995) and Brussels (1994).
Artistic Studies:
- 1946: Academy of Tournai, Prof. Emile Salkin.
- 1955-1957: ABC School of Drawing in Paris.
- 1962-1964: Genk Higher Institute, Prof. Jacques Maes.
- 1963-1964: Molenbeek Academy, Teacher Pierre Willy de Muylder.
- 1967-1972: Constantin Meunier Academy in Evere, Prof. Frans Mabille.
- 1968: First prize for painting.
- 1970: First major distinction painting prize.
Individual Exhibitions:
- 1972: Auderghem Cultural Center.
- 1972, 1974, 1976, 1984, 1993: Commission of the European Communities in Brussels.
- 1976: Ferme Rose in Uccle.
- 1994: Pelgrims House in Saint-Gilles.
- 1995: Maison de la Culture de Tournai.
- 1999: Museum of Fine Arts of Mouscron.
Collective Exhibitions:
- 1964-1965: Belgian Young Artists Group* in Brussels.
- 1972: "Mondo di Tutti" group at the Palais des Beaux-Arts in Charleroi.
- 1973: House of Culture in Etterbeek. Autumn Fair in Etterbeek.
- 1974: International Exhibition at the Hôtel Communal de Woluwe Saint-Pierre.
- 1977: Painting market in Brussels (Bruegel district).
- 1998: "Women of Images, Images of Women" at the Mouscron Cultural Center.(!) The painting is in good condition but may have minor scratches and traces of age, as this item is over 50 years old.
ConditionGoodColorsMulti ColorMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height93 cmWidth43 cmSigns of usageScratches