Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) - Mama i Jej Rodzina

“Mama and Her Family” 3D Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) – a unique set of three large, signed works – original Schleiper frames Artist: Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) Birthplace: Leupegem, Belgium Died: Oudenaarde, Belgium Country: Belgium Period: 20th century Number of works: 3 Signatures: Haeck / H.K. Techniques: oil on fibreboard and graphic technique on paper Frames: original Schleiper frames Condition: very good Inventory numbers: preserved on the reverse of all three works Artistic style and period of creation Rigobert Haeck belongs to Belgian 20th‑century artists who moved between figuration and abstraction during their career. His early work was figurative. In the postwar period he for a time developed toward lyrical abstraction, after which he returned to a very personal form of figurative art. According to historical-artistic sources, his later figuration evolved toward a strongly simplified and geometric artistic language, in which human figures and depicted motifs were built from clearly separated planes of color and geometric forms. Haeck drew inspiration from his immediate surroundings and nature, among other things. Women, children, birds, plants, landscapes, and architectural elements frequently recur in his work. His compositions are characterized by strong contour, simplified forms, geometric structure, and fresh, intense color schemes. Thus his painting cleverly blends figurative representation, lyrical abstraction, geometric stylization, and decorative expressiveness. This development is particularly important for the works offered here: the first two compositions clearly display his characteristic geometric-figurative artistic language, while the third work presents a more painterly and graphic approach. Haeck was not only a painter but also a draftsman, graphic artist, etcher, ceramist, sculptor, and tapestry designer. His artistic activity therefore encompassed many fields and techniques. Description of the set An exceptional and highly decorative set of three large, original and signed works by the Belgian artist Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) is offered. The three works form a cohesive and particularly interesting ensemble both stylistically and in presentation. All bear the artist’s signature and have inventory numbers preserved on the reverse. The presence of three numbers from the same series is particularly interesting and may indicate that the works were previously registered, cataloged, or belonged to a single collection or set. On the reverses are the following markings: 1. H.A. 150 2. H.A. 147 3. H.A. 143 The original markings have survived on the backs of the works. 1. First composition Large and extraordinarily decorative figural composition depicting a man, a woman, and a child, surrounded by motifs characteristic of the artist – symbolic and ornamental. The composition includes, among other things, a white bird, stylized plants, stars, and geometric forms. The figures are rendered with simplified, expressive shapes and bold outlines. An intense combination of greens, reds, blues, yellows, and blacks creates a striking and decorative whole. The work is oil on fibreboard. It has the original, old Schleiper frame. Dimensions: about 80 × 60 cm Inventory number on the reverse: H.A. 150 2. Second composition The second work presents a centrally depicted woman, surrounded by stylized plant motifs, a bird, and abstract and geometric elements. The composition is particularly characteristic of Haeck’s language. Simplified facial features, a strong contour line, geometricizing the silhouette, and bold colorism create a highly recognizable image. Particularly interesting are the contrasting surfaces of red, green, blue, yellow, and black and the decorative elements surrounding the central figure. The work is oil on fibreboard. It has the original, old Schleiper frame. Dimensions: about 90 × 70 cm Inventory number on the reverse: H.A. 147 3. Third composition The third work has a somewhat different, more expressive and painterly character. It depicts a group of female figures and a child against a landscape with architectural elements and a large, stylized motif in the background. Compared with the first two compositions, the artist here uses a freer application of color. There are multiple layers and color transitions that give the piece painterly depth and expressiveness. The work is behind glass and executed on paper. Given the method, it could be an etching, aquatint, or a related graphic technique. Precise identification would require direct examination of the original piece. The work also has the original, old Schleiper frame. Dimensions: about 60 × 80 cm Inventory number on the reverse: H.A. 143 Original Schleiper frames A particular merit of the entire set is that all three works retain the original Schleiper frames. The frames are old, very decorative, and appropriately suited to the character of the works. They are not contemporary, accidental mounts, but preserved elements of the historical presentation of the works. They add further aesthetic and collectible value to the whole set. Inventory numbers On the reverses of all three works are preserved the original markings: 1. H.A. 150 2. H.A. 147 3. H.A. 143 That all three works bear numbers from the same series is particularly interesting. It may indicate that at some point they were jointly registered, cataloged, or originated from the same collection or or set. About the artist – Rigobert Haeck (1912–2005) Rigobert Haeck was born August 23, 1912 in Leupegem, near Oudenaarde, and died August 9, 2005 in Oudenaarde. He was a versatile Belgian artist: painter, draftsman, graphic artist, etcher, ceramist, sculptor, and tapestry designer. He was largely self-taught, although he also attended classes at the Academy in Oudenaarde. His artistic development was very diverse. He began with figurative work, then moved toward lyrical abstraction, and later returned to his own individual form of figuration. In particular in his later figurative work the motifs were increasingly simplified and built from geometric planes and color fields. His artistic language is characterized by a strong contour, geometric simplification, expressive use of color, and a special blend of figurative and abstract elements. Women and birds are recurring themes in his work, alongside landscapes, nature motifs, flowers, and other human and natural motifs. In addition to painting, Haeck was intensely involved in ceramics and sculpture. He created sculptural ceramic forms and bronze sculptures made by the lost-wax technique. Graphic techniques, including etching, also occupied an important place in his oeuvre. Haeck was also active in the cultural life of Oudenaarde and the broader region. His works were shown at various Belgian exhibitions and within the art community. In 1960, he exhibited, among others, with other artists in Zottegem, Ghent, Dendermonde, and Leupegem. For his ceramic work he received the Gold State Medal in 1959. In 1960 he received the Talens Award and the Grand Prix de Peinture of the city of Ostend. In 2003 an exhibition devoted to his work was organized in Oudenaarde. His artistic activity is also noted in international reference databases on art history. The Getty Research Institute – Union List of Artist Names (ULAN) records Rigobert Haeck as a Belgian painter, sculptor, and ceramicist, and also lists him as a graphic artist and etcher. Presence in the art market and on the international stage Rigobert Haeck’s works are documented in international art databases and auction archives, and his works appear in catalogs of auction houses and among art dealers. Haeck’s works can be found, among other places, on international art market platforms and in auction archives such as Invaluable, MutualArt, and askART. His works have also been offered by Belgian auction houses and specialized art dealers, including pieces from private collections with documented gallery provenance. A particularly interesting example is a Haeck work from 1956 offered with provenance from Galerie De Vuyst in Lokeren and the De Mey-Lippens / Fondation Sogefa II collection. This confirms that his work is not only of local interest but is also documented in the wider Belgian and international art market. Condition All three works are in very good condition, preserving their natural character and patina related to age. The original Schleiper frames are also preserved in very good condition. Due to the age of the objects, minor natural signs of time may appear. They should be regarded as part of the history and character of the works. Dimensions 1. First work: approximately 80 × 60 cm – oil on fibreboard – H.A. 150. 2. Second work: approximately 90 × 70 cm – oil on fibreboard – H.A. 147. 3. Third work: approximately 60 × 80 cm – paper, probably etching/aquatint or related graphic technique – H.A. 143. All three works are signed, framed in original Schleiper frames, and carry preserved inventory numbers on the reverses. Summary This is a very interesting and decorative set of three large, signed works by Belgian artist Rigobert Haeck. The set presents different aspects of Haeck’s characteristic artistic language: a blend of figuration and abstraction, geometric simplification, strong contour lines, expressive color fields, and recurring motifs such as human figures, women, children, birds, and elements of nature. The three works also stand out for their large formats, strong decorative character, and the preservation of the original Schleiper frames. A particularly intriguing collecting aspect is the presence on the backs of the three works of inventory numbers H.A. 150, H.A. 147, and H.A. 143. The corresponding numbering may indicate prior joint registration, cataloging, or origin from a single collection. The artist is noted in international reference databases on art history, and his works are documented on the international art market, in auction archives, galleries, and specialized art platforms. The three works are offered exclusively as one cohesive set.

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