The artwork titled “W” by Luc Tuymans, created in 2008 in Belgium, exemplifies the New European Painting movement. Executed using oil on canvas, this abstract piece measures 188 x 119.4 cm.
In the artwork, muted tones of gray, blue, and brown dominate the composition, evoking a sense of ambiguity and reflection. The forms within the piece are indistinct, giving an impression of figures and structures juxtaposed within an almost dreamlike landscape. The brushwork, soft and deliberate, contributes to the nebulous quality, blurring the lines between the subjects and their surroundings. This painting encapsulates Tuymans’ distinctive approach, where the interplay of light and shadow creates an evocative, atmospheric presence.
