Portrait of Gustave en Norine Van Hecke 1920

"Portrait of Gustave en Norine Van Hecke" (1920) by Belgian Symbolist artist Léon Spilliaert is a striking portrait featuring a couple in a formal setting. The painting showcases Spilliaert's signature style, characterized by elongated figures and subdued color palettes, creating an atmosphere of melancholic introspection. The couple's stoic expressions and the simplified forms add to the overall sense of isolation and introspective contemplation. The striking contrast of colors, particularly the bright yellow chair against the blue background, further emphasizes the sense of unease and detachment.