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This powerful vertical work embodies the sculptural language of Begga d'Haese, whose practice is defined by restrained abstraction, material integrity, …
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This powerful vertical work embodies the sculptural language of Begga d'Haese, whose practice is defined by restrained abstraction, material integrity, and a strong spatial presence. The form subtly evokes a totemic or anthropomorphic figure while remaining resolutely non-figurative, shaped through carefully balanced volumes and fluid transitions.
Executed from a single block of Afzelia — a dense tropical hardwood prized for its durability and deep reddish-brown tonality — the sculpture demonstrates refined craftsmanship and a sophisticated understanding of mass and proportion. The softly polished surface absorbs light rather than reflecting it, reinforcing the quiet tension and architectural clarity of the piece.
The Belgian bluestone base provides a sober, architectural counterpoint and enhances the monumentality of the work.
Active within the generation of Belgian sculptors who, from the 1980s onward, developed a post-minimalist and spatial approach to sculpture, d’Haese’s oeuvre explores balance, corporeality, and the relationship between object and surrounding space.
She was married to Dr. Le Compte, a Belgian physician known for his television appearances in the 1990s, and is the grandmother of Belgian poet Delphine Lecompte.
A significant and architecturally scaled example from her mature period, suitable for private collections, corporate environments, or institutional placement.
Height: 173 cm This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 11.81ʺW × 11.81ʺD × 68.11ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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