The artwork titled “Within,” created by Luc Tuymans in 2001, hails from Belgium and belongs to the “New European Painting” movement. This oil on canvas piece, measuring 223 by 243 centimeters, falls within the interior genre.
The artwork prominently features a minimalist and somewhat somber interior setting, dominated by cool, muted tones. Vertical and horizontal white lines create a grid-like structure, reminiscent of barriers or partitions. These lines intersect to form geometric shapes that evoke a sense of confinement or enclosure within the composition. The overall palette is subdued, creating an atmosphere that is both contemplative and slightly eerie. The use of simplicity and repetition highlights the artist’s attention to the subtleties of space and form, evoking deeper reflections on themes of isolation and introspection.
