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Fernand Khnopff Collection

Fernand Khnopff, a Belgian symbolist painter and sculptor, was known for his enigmatic and haunting artworks

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Portrait of Jonkvrouwe Maria Francisca Louisa Dommer van Poldersveldt, 1888

Portrait of Jonkvrouwe Maria Francisca Louisa Dommer van Poldersveldt, 1888. Creator: Fernand Khnopff
Portrait of Jonkvrouwe Maria Francisca Louisa Dommer van Poldersveldt, 1888

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Portrait of Augustinus Gerardus Hubertus van Rijckevorsel, 1888. Creator: Fernand Khnopff

Portrait of Augustinus Gerardus Hubertus van Rijckevorsel, 1888. Creator: Fernand Khnopff
Portrait of Augustinus Gerardus Hubertus van Rijckevorsel, 1888

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: L Etang De Menil, 1898. Artist: Fernand Khnopff

L Etang De Menil, 1898. Artist: Fernand Khnopff
L Etang De Menil, 1898. Plate taken from The Studio magazine, volume 13, no 59 (London, 15th February 1898)

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Des Caresses, (coloured crayons heightened with white on grey paper)

Des Caresses, (coloured crayons heightened with white on grey paper)
653540 Des Caresses, (coloured crayons heightened with white on grey paper) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Des Caresses. Fernand Khnopff (1858-1921)

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Henri de Woelmont, 1884 (oil on canvas)

Henri de Woelmont, 1884 (oil on canvas)
653142 Henri de Woelmont, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); 26.4x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Henri de Woelmont. Fernand Khnopff (1858-1921). Oil on canvas. 26.4 x 29cm

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: White mask, by Fernand Khnopff (1858-1921), 1907 (pencil drawing, pastel and wax)

White mask, by Fernand Khnopff (1858-1921), 1907 (pencil drawing, pastel and wax)
FIA5400507 White mask, by Fernand Khnopff (1858-1921), 1907 (pencil drawing, pastel and wax) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); Galleria Internazionale d Arte Moderna, Ca Pesaro, Venice

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: A Tennis Player;Study for Memories ;Une Joueuse de Tennis;Etude pour

A Tennis Player;Study for Memories ;Une Joueuse de Tennis;Etude pour
653013 A Tennis Player; Study for Memories ; Une Joueuse de Tennis; Etude pour Memories, 1889 (red chalk) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); 39.5x31.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel, (pencil and coloured crayon)

Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel, (pencil and coloured crayon)
658580 Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel, (pencil and coloured crayon) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); 27x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel)

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Femme Mysterieuse, c. 1909 (pencil, charcoal and coloured chalks on card)

Femme Mysterieuse, c. 1909 (pencil, charcoal and coloured chalks on card)
823576 Femme Mysterieuse, c.1909 (pencil, charcoal and coloured chalks on card) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); 28.2x17.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Femme Mysterieuse)

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Les Hiboux, 55 Brugmann Avenue, Brussels, Belgium, c2014-c2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth

Les Hiboux, 55 Brugmann Avenue, Brussels, Belgium, c2014-c2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Miscellaneous Brussels art nouveau details, Belgium, c2014-c2017. Brick townhouse with circular windows and sgraffito designed by architect Edouard Pelseneer

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Les Hiboux, 55 Avenue Brugmann, Brussels, Belgium, (1899), c2014-c2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth

Les Hiboux, 55 Avenue Brugmann, Brussels, Belgium, (1899), c2014-c2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Les Hiboux, 55 Avenue Brugmann, Brussels, Belgium, c2014-c2017. Designed by Edouard Pelseneer: 1899 for the symbolist painter Fernand Khnopff. Owls on red brick and stone with sgraffiti

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: A Travers Les Ages, c1895. Artist: Fernand Khnopff

A Travers Les Ages, c1895. Artist: Fernand Khnopff
A Travers Les Ages, c1895. From The Studio Volume 4. [London Offices of the Studio. London, 1894]

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: A Violinist, c1898. Artist: Fernand Khnopff

A Violinist, c1898. Artist: Fernand Khnopff
A Violinist, c1898. From The Studio Volume 14 by Ralph Nevill. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1898]

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Une tete de face, 1898. Artist: Fernand Khnopff

Une tete de face, 1898. Artist: Fernand Khnopff
Une tete de face, 1898. Auto-Lithograph by Fernand Edmond Jean Marie Khnopff (1858-1921). From The Studio Volume Twelve by [London Offices of the Studio V, London, 1898]

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Portrait Lady Maria Francisca Louisa Dommer van Poldersveldt

Portrait Lady Maria Francisca Louisa Dommer van Poldersveldt
Portrait of Lady Maria Francisca Louisa Dommer van Poldersveldt (Ubbergen 1848 - 1925 s-Hertogenbosch), Portrait is depicted seated

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Portrait Augustinus Gerardus Hubertus van Rijckevorsel

Portrait Augustinus Gerardus Hubertus van Rijckevorsel
Portrait of Augustinus Gerardus Hubertus van Rijckevorsel (1828 - s-Hertogenbosch - 1891), Portrait is depicted seated. Augustinus van Rijckevorsel is depicted in a three-quarter position

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Femme a la raquette dans jardin Fernand Khnopff

Femme a la raquette dans jardin Fernand Khnopff
Femme a la raquette, dans un jardin; Fernand Khnopff (Belgian, 1858 - 1921); about 1889; Gelatin silver print; 16.6 x 11.7 cm (6 9, 16 x 4 5, 8 in.)

Background imageFernand Khnopff Collection: Jeanne Kefer

Jeanne Kefer; Fernand Khnopff, Belgian, 1858 - 1921; 1885; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 80 x 80cm (31 1/2 x 31 1/2 in.), Framed: 90.17 x 91.6 x 3.81cm (35 1/2 x 36 1/16 x 1 1/2 in.)


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Fernand Khnopff, a Belgian symbolist painter and sculptor, was known for his enigmatic and haunting artworks. His mastery of various mediums allowed him to create captivating pieces that continue to intrigue art enthusiasts today. One of his notable works is "Female Head; Tete de Femme" created in 1896. This pencil on paper drawing showcases Khnopff's attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of femininity. The delicate lines bring life to the subject's features, leaving viewers mesmerized by her mysterious allure. In "A Fosset; La Crue" from 1881, Khnopff demonstrates his skill with oil on board technique. This painting depicts a flooded landscape, evoking a sense of melancholy and isolation. The artist's use of color and texture adds depth to the scene, making it both visually striking and emotionally evocative. Another intriguing piece by Khnopff is "Des Caresses, " where he employs colored crayons heightened with white on grey paper. This artwork exudes sensuality as it portrays an intimate moment between two figures engaged in tender caresses. The soft hues combined with precise detailing create an atmosphere charged with emotion. Khnopff also ventured into book illustration, as seen in his proposed frontispiece for the works of Villiers de l'Isle Adam. Through this work, he merges elements of fantasy and symbolism while paying homage to another influential artist. His portrait titled "Henri de Woelmont" showcases his expertise in oil on canvas technique. With meticulous brushstrokes, Khnopff captures the essence of Woelmont's personality while adding an air of mystery through subtle details such as shadow play. In "A Tennis Player; Study for Memories, " we see how Khnopff explores movement through quick sketches using different mediums like pencil or pastels. These studies allow him to experiment with composition before creating more refined artworks.