For a long time, the graphic oeuvre
of Leon Spilliaert (1881-1946) was, if not neglected, then at least
discussed little or summarily. It was only in 1982 that the first
exhibition fully devoted to his prints was held. The prints of
Spilliaert are perhaps less known than his original works on paper but
they are equally mysterious, attractive and varied on topic: portraits,
figures, land- and cityscapes, forests and parks...


Together with fellow citizen of Ostend James Ensor, Leon Spilliaert is considered one of the pioneers of Belgian modern art.


Over
35 years on from that first exhibition, this new and updated edition of
the catalogue raisonne of the prints of Leon Spilliaert by Xavier
Tricot showcases the visionary work of this Belgian artist.


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