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Ensor, James (1860-1949)

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Name
Ensor, James (1860-1949)
Nationality
Belgian
Biography
James Ensor (1860-1949) was a Belgian painter and printmaker known for his innovative and provocative works. Born in Ostend, Belgium, Ensor studied at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels before returning to his hometown to establish himself as an artist. He was heavily influenced by the Symbolist movement and the work of artists such as Francisco Goya and Edvard Munch. Ensor's paintings often featured grotesque and macabre imagery, as well as social and political commentary. He was also known for his use of vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes. Ensor's most famous work is "The Entry of Christ into Brussels in 1889," which depicts a chaotic and satirical procession of characters. Despite initial criticism, Ensor's work gained recognition and he became a leading figure in the Belgian avant-garde. He continued to create art until his death in 1949.
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Assets (118 in total)

Christ's Triumphant Entry into Brussels, 1888 (oil on canvas)
My Portrait Surrounded by Masks, 1899 (oil on canvas) (detail of 170289)
Self-Portrait Surrounding Masks Painting by James Ensor (1860-1949) 1899 Dim. 120x180 cm Private Collection
Masks and Death, 19th century (oil on canvas)
The Despair of Pierrot (Jealous Pierrot) 1892 (oil on canvas)
James Ensor (1860-1949) belgian painter here in his workshop c. 1935 (b/w photo)
My Portrait Surrounded by Masks, 1899 (oil on canvas) (see also 170289 & 188976)
Skeletons Fighting over a Herring (oil on panel)
The Intrigue, 1911 (oil on canvas)
The Strange Masks, 1891 (oil on canvas)
Shells and Shellfish, 1889 (oil on canvas)
Death Pursuing the Flock of Humans, 1896 (hand-coloured etching & drypoint)
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