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Belgium, Bright Presence Lost in Madmens Court
Filename: 940_18_86033806.jpg
Size: 2548 x 3444 (2.7MB)
Date: 12th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: De Agostini Picture Library
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Belgium, Bright Presence Lost in Madmens Court
James Ensor (1860-1949), A Bright Presence Lost in Madmens Court, 1925, color drawing on paper
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Media ID 9501361
© DEA / A. DAGLI ORTI
1925 20th Century Style Abundance Caricature Crowd Crowded Drawing Dressing Up Expressionism Grotesque Head And Shoulders Hill Ideas Large Group Of People Post Impressionism Priest Satire Social Gathering Sticking Out Tongue Variation Pulling Funny Faces
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Belgium, Bright Presence Lost in Madmens Court" by James Ensor takes us back to the year 1925, a time when art was used as a powerful tool for social commentary. In this color drawing on paper, Ensor masterfully combines elements of satire and caricature to create a thought-provoking image. The scene unfolds on a crowded hill where a large group of people has gathered for what appears to be a social gathering. Amongst them stands an enigmatic priest who boldly sticks out his tongue, challenging societal norms and expectations. The abundance of variation in the crowd's expressions adds an eerie touch to the overall composition. Ensor's use of grotesque figures and exaggerated features reflects his expressionistic style, which was popular during the early 20th century. This post-impressionist artwork not only captures historical moments but also encapsulates the artist's ideas about society and its absurdities. As we delve into this vertical piece, we are transported outdoors on a sunny day where individuals can be seen dressing up and pulling funny faces. Each character tells their own story within this larger narrative that explores themes such as conformity, individuality, and madness. Through this illustration and painting fusion, Ensor invites viewers to reflect upon their own roles within society while shedding light on the complexities of human nature itself. This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) is truly an extraordinary representation of artistic brilliance intertwined with profound social commentary.
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