The artwork titled “Flemish Village,” created by Luc Tuymans in 1995, is a cityscape rendered in oil on canvas, measuring 110.5 x 144.5 cm. This piece, produced in Belgium, stands as a significant contribution to the New European Painting movement.
In “Flemish Village,” Tuymans depicts a serene and somewhat muted view of a village, characterized by its prominent white houses with red-tiled roofs. The architectural elements, infused with simplicity, emphasize the quietude and timeless essence of the village. The predominant use of subdued colors and the soft, almost diffused handling of light evoke a sense of introspection and melancholy. The placement of structures alongside minimalistic greenery and the towering, undefined backdrop further contribute to the atmosphere, reflecting Tuymans’ nuanced approach to capturing both the physical and emotional landscape of a quintessential Flemish village.
