Eugene Eechaut (1928-2019) - Composition végétale surréaliste, 1969
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Eugène Eechaut (1928-2019)
Surreal vegetal composition, June 24, 1969
Gouache on paper
Artist’s stamp and Pfeiffer Gallery Brussels + monogram “EE”
Total framed dimensions: 41 × 31 cm
Sold framed (natural light wood frame with black mat)
Condition: Very good overall condition.
Description
Magnificent surreal vegetal composition by Eugène Eechaut dated June 24, 1969.
In the center of a nuanced beige background, an hypnotic organic form unfolds, half flower, half fantastic creature. Petals and elongated tentacles, treated in a warm palette of oranges, browns, ochres and yellows, radiate around an intense green heart.
The contours are extremely precise, the gouache flat areas perfectly controlled, creating a depth and an almost organic sense of movement.
The work perfectly embodies Eechaut’s fantastical universe: a reinvented nature, both sensuous, unsettling and of great formal elegance. Created in 1969, it already testifies to the graphic maturity and poetic imagination that would characterize his entire career.
A particularly pure and successful piece from his vegetal and organic period.
Gallery / Stamp
On the back: stamp “EUGENE EECHAUT – Galerie Pfeiffer Brussels”.
Monogram “EE” at the bottom left of the composition
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Artist’s biography
Eugène Eechaut (Raismes, France, 1928 – Brussels, Belgium, 2019) was a Belgian artist renowned for his coherent fantastical and surreal universe.
After evening classes at the Academy of Saint-Gilles in Brussels, he largely developed his work as a self-taught artist.
His work blends Northern landscapes, nudes, abstract compositions and motifs inspired by the insect and vegetal world, all rendered with exceptional technical precision in ink, hatching, gouache and collage.
Influenced by Marcel Gromaire and Roger de La Fresnaye, he joined the Jecta Group in 1968. Since 1958, he has received numerous distinctions at the European Centre of Art and Aesthetics and regularly exhibited in major European galleries, notably at Galerie Tamara Pfeiffer in Brussels alongside René Magritte (with whom he was close), Jean Cocteau, Félicien Rops and other 20th-century masters.
His elegant graphic style and poetic surrealism, often described as “fantastic art,” make his drawings and gouaches highly sought after on the Belgian and European art market.
Seller's Story
About SR Fine Art
With nearly 28 years of experience in the art market, I am passionate about rediscovering artists’ studios and bringing their works to a wide audience on Catawiki.
I specialize in Belgian and European modern and contemporary art. My flagship collection is the studio archive of Robert Detheux (nearly 1,500 works on paper). I also offer surrealist drawings, beautiful abstract paintings from the 1950s, magnificent nude photographs by Michel Pinel, contemporary paintings, Cobra compositions, and works by Marcus de Vestele, Gundi Falk, René Mels, Eugène Eechaut and many others.
From intimate drawings to large formats, there is something for every taste and every budget. The vast majority of my auctions start at 1 € with no reserve price, giving everyone the chance to acquire unique pieces.
Every shipment is prepared with the utmost care using professional museum-quality packaging to ensure perfect condition upon arrival.
Join my growing community of satisfied clients and follow my new auctions to discover rare works from these exceptional studios.
Thank you for your trust and happy bidding!
SR Fine Art
Translated by Google TranslateEugène Eechaut (1928-2019)
Surreal vegetal composition, June 24, 1969
Gouache on paper
Artist’s stamp and Pfeiffer Gallery Brussels + monogram “EE”
Total framed dimensions: 41 × 31 cm
Sold framed (natural light wood frame with black mat)
Condition: Very good overall condition.
Description
Magnificent surreal vegetal composition by Eugène Eechaut dated June 24, 1969.
In the center of a nuanced beige background, an hypnotic organic form unfolds, half flower, half fantastic creature. Petals and elongated tentacles, treated in a warm palette of oranges, browns, ochres and yellows, radiate around an intense green heart.
The contours are extremely precise, the gouache flat areas perfectly controlled, creating a depth and an almost organic sense of movement.
The work perfectly embodies Eechaut’s fantastical universe: a reinvented nature, both sensuous, unsettling and of great formal elegance. Created in 1969, it already testifies to the graphic maturity and poetic imagination that would characterize his entire career.
A particularly pure and successful piece from his vegetal and organic period.
Gallery / Stamp
On the back: stamp “EUGENE EECHAUT – Galerie Pfeiffer Brussels”.
Monogram “EE” at the bottom left of the composition
.
Artist’s biography
Eugène Eechaut (Raismes, France, 1928 – Brussels, Belgium, 2019) was a Belgian artist renowned for his coherent fantastical and surreal universe.
After evening classes at the Academy of Saint-Gilles in Brussels, he largely developed his work as a self-taught artist.
His work blends Northern landscapes, nudes, abstract compositions and motifs inspired by the insect and vegetal world, all rendered with exceptional technical precision in ink, hatching, gouache and collage.
Influenced by Marcel Gromaire and Roger de La Fresnaye, he joined the Jecta Group in 1968. Since 1958, he has received numerous distinctions at the European Centre of Art and Aesthetics and regularly exhibited in major European galleries, notably at Galerie Tamara Pfeiffer in Brussels alongside René Magritte (with whom he was close), Jean Cocteau, Félicien Rops and other 20th-century masters.
His elegant graphic style and poetic surrealism, often described as “fantastic art,” make his drawings and gouaches highly sought after on the Belgian and European art market.
Seller's Story
About SR Fine Art
With nearly 28 years of experience in the art market, I am passionate about rediscovering artists’ studios and bringing their works to a wide audience on Catawiki.
I specialize in Belgian and European modern and contemporary art. My flagship collection is the studio archive of Robert Detheux (nearly 1,500 works on paper). I also offer surrealist drawings, beautiful abstract paintings from the 1950s, magnificent nude photographs by Michel Pinel, contemporary paintings, Cobra compositions, and works by Marcus de Vestele, Gundi Falk, René Mels, Eugène Eechaut and many others.
From intimate drawings to large formats, there is something for every taste and every budget. The vast majority of my auctions start at 1 € with no reserve price, giving everyone the chance to acquire unique pieces.
Every shipment is prepared with the utmost care using professional museum-quality packaging to ensure perfect condition upon arrival.
Join my growing community of satisfied clients and follow my new auctions to discover rare works from these exceptional studios.
Thank you for your trust and happy bidding!
SR Fine Art
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Artist
Eugene Eechaut (1928-2019)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Composition végétale surréaliste, 1969
Technique
Gouache
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Year
1969
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
41 cm
Width
31 cm
Depiction/theme
Plants and flowers
Style
Surrealism
Period
1960-1970
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