Leo Schepens (1953) - Immortaliter





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This work is by the Dutch artist Leo Schepens. His inspiration stems from the many visits to the small Romanesque village churches on the French countryside, in the Haute Saintonge region. These medieval structures from the 11th and 12th centuries have withstood the test of time for centuries, yet bear the traces of their history visibly with them. It is precisely that wear, that “veil of time,” that provides Schepens with an inexhaustible source of inspiration.
A fascination with signs and symbols from different cultures and traditions forms a second important layer in his work. Schepens processes this symbolism intuitively, often within a central composition, as if inviting the viewer to enter an unknown, mysterious world — a world in which we must find our own relationship with it.
His work suggests that there is more than the visible, material reality: a larger, elusive world that reveals itself to those who delve into philosophy, psychology, astrology, alchemy, anthroposophy, music or mathematics — and, of course, also into art itself.
Viewings are, of course, possible. In addition, we have our own in-house frame shop, celebrating its 85th anniversary. Furthermore we make use of restorers from the trade association: 'Restauratoren Nederland'. If you would like to benefit from this, we would of course be happy to hear from you.
Seller's Story
This work is by the Dutch artist Leo Schepens. His inspiration stems from the many visits to the small Romanesque village churches on the French countryside, in the Haute Saintonge region. These medieval structures from the 11th and 12th centuries have withstood the test of time for centuries, yet bear the traces of their history visibly with them. It is precisely that wear, that “veil of time,” that provides Schepens with an inexhaustible source of inspiration.
A fascination with signs and symbols from different cultures and traditions forms a second important layer in his work. Schepens processes this symbolism intuitively, often within a central composition, as if inviting the viewer to enter an unknown, mysterious world — a world in which we must find our own relationship with it.
His work suggests that there is more than the visible, material reality: a larger, elusive world that reveals itself to those who delve into philosophy, psychology, astrology, alchemy, anthroposophy, music or mathematics — and, of course, also into art itself.
Viewings are, of course, possible. In addition, we have our own in-house frame shop, celebrating its 85th anniversary. Furthermore we make use of restorers from the trade association: 'Restauratoren Nederland'. If you would like to benefit from this, we would of course be happy to hear from you.

