Corneille (1922-2010) - Un bel ete III

This colorful and imaginative artwork by the famous artist Corneille (1922–2010), co-founder of the influential CoBrA movement, radiates joie de vivre, freedom, and playfulness. The composition depicts a wondrous world in which brightly colored fish, birds, and a woman's face come together in harmony. The vivid blue background and lively green area create a striking contrast with the warm yellow, red, and orange hues of the animals. The distinctive black outlines and simple, almost childlike forms give the work an expressive and recognizable appearance. The scene reflects Corneille's fascination with nature, exotic animals, and the female figure—recurring themes in his oeuvre. The playful combination of different elements creates a dreamlike world in which fantasy and reality blend seamlessly. The result is a cheerful and dynamic artwork that invites viewers to be carried away by Corneille's colorful imagination.

Corneille was the artistic name of Guillaume Cornelis van Beverloo (1922–2010), born in Liège and one of the most important Dutch artists associated with the CoBrA movement. Along with Karel Appel, Constant, and others, he was among the experimental artists who, after the Second World War, sought a free and spontaneous approach to making art. Corneille drew inspiration from, among other things, children's drawings, nature, people, and his many travels. He later developed a highly distinctive, colorful visual language in which women, birds, and celestial bodies feature prominently. In addition to paintings and drawings, he produced many prints, which brought his work to a wide audience.

Edition: 16/20
Signed and dated 2001 in the lower right

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