Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) - Mama i Jej Rodzina

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Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) - Mama i Jej Rodzina

“Mama i Jej Rodzina” 3D Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) – an exceptional set of three large, signed works – original Schleiper frames Artist: Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) Place of birth: Leupegem, Belgium Died: Oudenaarde, Belgium Country: Belgium Period: 20th century Number of works: 3 Signatures: Haeck / H.K. Techniques: oil on fiberboard and graphic technique on paper Frames: original Schleiper frames Condition: very good Inventory numbers: preserved on the back of all three works Artistic style and period of creation Rigobert Haeck belongs to the Belgian 20th-century artists who, over the course of their career, moved between figuration and abstraction. His early work was figurative. In the postwar period he for a time developed toward lyrical abstraction, then returned to a highly personal form of figurative art. According to literary-art historical sources, his later figuration evolved toward a strongly simplified and geometric artistic language, in which human figures and depicted motifs were built from clearly separated planes of color and geometric forms. Haeck drew inspiration from his immediate surroundings and nature, among other things. Women, children, birds, plants, landscapes, and architectural elements frequently recur in his oeuvre. His compositions are characterized by a strong line, simplified forms, geometric structure, and fresh, intense color schemes. Thus, his painting interestingly blends figurative representation, lyrical abstraction, geometric stylization, and decorative expression. This development is especially significant for the works offered here: the first two compositions clearly showcase his characteristic geometric-figurative artistic language, while the third work presents a more painterly and graphic approach. Haeck was not only a painter but also a draftsman, graphic artist, and etcher, as well as a ceramist, sculptor, and weaver designer. His artistic activity thus encompassed many disciplines and techniques. Description of the set An exceptional and highly decorative set of three large, original and signed works by the Belgian artist Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) is offered. The three works form a cohesive and particularly interesting ensemble both stylistically and in terms of presentation. All bear the artist’s signature and have inventory numbers preserved on the reverse. The presence of three numbers from the same series is particularly interesting and may indicate that the works were previously registered, cataloged, or belonged to a single collection or group. On the backs the following inscriptions are found: 1. H.A. 150 2. H.A. 147 3. H.A. 143 Original markings have survived on the backs of the works. 1. First composition A large and extremely decorative figural composition depicting a man, a woman, and a child, surrounded by motifs characteristic of the artist, both symbolic and ornamental. The composition includes, among other things, a white bird, stylized plants, stars, and geometric forms. The figures are rendered with simplified, expressive shapes and strong outlines. An intense juxtaposition of green, red, blue, yellow, and black creates a striking and decorative whole. The work is oil on fiberboard. It has the original, old Schleiper frame. Dimensions: approximately 80 × 60 cm Inventory number on reverse: H.A. 150 2. Second composition The second work shows a central woman, surrounded by stylized plant motifs, a bird, and abstract and geometric elements. The composition is particularly characteristic of Haeck’s artistic language. Simplified facial features, a strong contour line, geometricization of the silhouette, and bold colors create a very recognizable image. Particularly interesting are the contrasting surfaces of red, green, blue, yellow, and black, and the decorative elements surrounding the central figure. The work is oil on fiberboard. It has the original, old Schleiper frame. Dimensions: approximately 90 × 70 cm Inventory number on reverse: H.A. 147 3. Third composition The third work has a somewhat different, more expressive and painterly character. It depicts a group of female figures and a child against a landscape with architectural elements and a large, stylized motif in the background. Compared with the first two compositions, the artist here employs a freer manner of applying color. Visible are multiple layers and color transitions, which give the work painterly depth and expressiveness. The work is behind glass and made on paper. Because of the method, it could be an etching, aquatint, or a related graphic technique. An exact determination of the technique would require direct study of the original work. The work also has the original, old Schleiper frame. Dimensions: approximately 60 × 80 cm Inventory number on reverse: H.A. 143 Original Schleiper frames A special asset of the entire set are the original Schleiper frames preserved on all three works. The frames are old, very decorative, and suitably matched to the character of the pieces. They are not contemporary, random frames, but preserved elements of the historical presentation of the works. They add extra aesthetic and collecting value to the set. Inventory numbers On the backs of all three works the original markings have been preserved: 1. H.A. 150 2. H.A. 147 3. H.A. 143 The fact that all three works bear numbers from the same series is particularly interesting. It may indicate that they were at some point registered, cataloged, or originated from one collection or assortment. About the artist – Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) Rigobert Haeck was born August 23, 1912 in Leupegem, near Oudenaarde, and died August 9, 2005 in Oudenaarde. He was a versatile Belgian artist: painter, draftsman, graphic artist, etcher, ceramist, sculptor, and tapestry designer. He was largely self-taught, though he also attended classes at the Academy in Oudenaarde. His artistic development was very diverse. He began with figurative work, then developed toward lyrical abstraction, and later returned to his own personal form of figuration. In his later figurative work, the motifs were increasingly simplified and built from geometric planes and color fields. His artistic language is characterized by a strong contour, geometric simplification, expressive use of color, and a particular combination of figurative and abstract elements. Women and birds are recurring themes in his work, alongside landscapes, motifs of nature, flowers, and other human and natural motifs. In addition to painting, Haeck was heavily engaged in ceramics and sculpture. He created sculptural ceramic forms and bronze sculptures made using the lost-w-wax technique. Important in his oeuvre were also graphic techniques, including etching. Haeck was also active in the cultural life of Oudenaarde and the wider region. His works have been shown at various Belgian exhibitions as well as within artistic circles. In 1960 he exhibited, among others, with other artists in Zottegem, Ghent, Dendermonde and Leupegem. For his ceramic work he received the Gold Medal of the State in 1959. In 1960 he received the Talense Prize and the Grand Prix de Peinture of the city of Ostend. In 2003 an exhibition devoted to his work was organized in Oudenaarde. His artistic activity is also noted in international reference databases on art history. The Getty Research Institute – Union List of Artist Names (ULAN) documents Rigobert Haeck as a Belgian painter, sculptor and ceramist, and also lists him as a graphic artist and etcher. Presence in the art trade and on the international market Rigobert Haeck’s work is documented in international art databases and auction archives, and his works appear in catalogs of auction houses and among art dealers. Haeck’s works can be found, among other places, on international art-market platforms and in auction archives such as Invaluable, MutualArt and askART. His works have also been offered by Belgian auction houses and specialized art dealers, including pieces from private collections with documented gallery provenance. A particularly interesting example is a Haeck work from 1956, offered with provenance from Galerie De Vuyst in Lokeren and the De Mey-Lippens / Fondation Sogefa II collection. This confirms that his oeuvre is not only of local interest but is also documented in the broader Belgian and international art market. Condition All three works are preserved in very good condition, retaining their natural character and patina associated with age. The original Schleiper frames are also preserved in very good condition. Due to the age of the objects, there may be slight, natural signs of time. They should be treated as part of the history and character of the works. Dimensions 1. First work: approximately 80 × 60 cm – oil on fiberboard – H.A. 150. 2. Second work: approximately 90 × 70 cm – oil on fiberboard – H.A. 147. 3. Third work: approximately 60 × 80 cm – paper, probably etching/aquatint or related graphic technique – H.A. 143. All three works are signed, framed in original Schleiper frames, and carry preserved inventory numbers on the backs. Summary This is a very interesting and decorative set of three large, signed works by the Belgian artist Rigobert Haeck. The set presents different aspects of Haeck’s characteristic artistic language: a fusion of figuration and abstraction, geometric simplification, bold contour lines, expressive color fields, and recurring motifs such as human figures, women, children, birds, and elements of nature. The three works also stand out for their large formats, strong decorative character, and preservation of the original Schleiper frames. A particularly interesting collectible aspect is the presence on the backs of all three works of inventory numbers H.A. 150, H.A. 147, and H.A. 143. The corresponding numbering may indicate prior joint registration, cataloging, or origin from a single collection. The artist is noted in international reference databases on art history, and his works are documented on the international art market, in auction archives, galleries, and specialized art platforms. The three works are offered exclusively as a single cohesive set.

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