Het huis genaamd ‘De Preekstoel’ te Oostende 1911

"Het huis genaamd ‘De Preekstoel’ te Oostende" is a 1911 painting by James Ensor, a Belgian symbolist artist known for his use of bright colors and satirical imagery. This artwork is a depiction of a house in Ostend, Belgium, with a lone figure sitting on the steps. The painting is characterized by muted tones and a sense of loneliness, typical of Ensor's style, which often explored themes of isolation and the absurdity of human existence. The title, translated as "The House Called 'The Pulpit' in Ostend," suggests a deeper meaning beyond the literal depiction.