Minnetuin 1888

"Minnetuin" is an etching by James Ensor, a Belgian artist known for his unique style that blended Expressionism and Symbolism. Created in 1888, this piece showcases Ensor's mastery of the etching technique, resulting in a captivating depiction of a garden scene. The composition is dominated by a dense, almost impenetrable thicket of trees that frames a group of figures in the foreground. The figures are rendered with a sense of mystery and ambiguity, their forms obscured by the foliage. This artwork reflects Ensor's interest in the natural world and his exploration of the human condition through symbolic imagery.