Karel Wouters - Cityscape with gateway
Auction details
| Start time | 10-6-2026 at 20:10 |
| End time | 16-6-2026 at 18:15 |
Starting bid €100
Buyer's premium : 15%
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| Pick up | Yes, possible |
| Location | Overijse, Belgium |
Belgian - Description
- Karel Wouters (1892-1965)
| Type of artwork | Painting |
| Period | 1945 to 1999 |
| Technique | Oil paint |
| Support | Hardboard |
| Style | Impressionist |
| Subject | Cityscape |
| Framed | Framed |
| Dimensions | 33 x 29 cm (h x w) |
| Incl. frame | 43.5 x 40 cm (h x w) |
| Signed | Hand signed |
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This painting is an atmospheric, Post-Impressionist city view by the Belgian painter Karel Wouters (1892–1965). He was the younger brother of the legendary Mechelen artist Rik Wouters.
Karel Wouters worked primarily in the Antwerp and Mechelen region. Although he remained in the shadow of his world-famous brother, he is known for his solid, atmospheric landscapes, village scenes, and intimate cityscapes.
The painting depicts a typical historical, picturesque alley or covered passageway, comparable to the famous Vlaeykensgang or the former Leliepoort in Antwerp. A figure is visible centrally beneath the stone arch (presumably a washerwoman or Beguine). The work is executed in oil on panel with an impasto application of paint and vibrant use of color. The signature "K. WOUTERS" in the lower left is characteristic of his style.
Karel Wouters worked primarily in the Antwerp and Mechelen region. Although he remained in the shadow of his world-famous brother, he is known for his solid, atmospheric landscapes, village scenes, and intimate cityscapes.
The painting depicts a typical historical, picturesque alley or covered passageway, comparable to the famous Vlaeykensgang or the former Leliepoort in Antwerp. A figure is visible centrally beneath the stone arch (presumably a washerwoman or Beguine). The work is executed in oil on panel with an impasto application of paint and vibrant use of color. The signature "K. WOUTERS" in the lower left is characteristic of his style.
| Condition | |
| Condition | Good |
| The painting is in good and stable condition without signs of paint loss or disturbing craquelé. Thanks to stable storage, the support has remained completely flat and the colors have retained their contrast and vibrancy. The characteristic signature in the lower left corner is completely intact and remains sharply legible. | |
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