L’appel 1972

"L’appel" (1972) is a bold and striking work by Belgian artist Evelyne Axell, who sadly passed away the same year this artwork was created. The painting features a dynamic composition of a man, seemingly in distress, emerging from behind a lush green landscape. The man is calling out, perhaps in a desperate attempt to reach the woman resting peacefully in the turquoise water below. The bright, contrasting colors - orange, green, and blue - and the simplified shapes are characteristic of Axell's style, creating a visually arresting scene that leaves a lasting impression on the viewer.