Constant Permeke
25.01.89 – 26.02.89
In 1989 there was an exhibition with works by Constant Permeke (1886–1952). The exhibition focused on his later works before the time 1921, and Permeke as an illustrator and painter rather than his sculptures.
Ahead of this exhibition, works by Permeke had been exhibited at the Kunstnernes Hus on three occasions: the exhibitions Belgisk kunst (1934), Belgisk kunst gjennom hundre år (1948) and Jubileumsutstillingen i 1980.
Excerpt from the Exhibition Catalogue
Constant Permeke (1989)
"Everyday reality is the subject matter in the art of Constant Permeke. He paints what is there for him to see – and know. The fishermen of Ostend, and the peasants of nearby Jabbeke are depicted with great affection. What seems to be trivial becomes magnificent in Permeke's art. The men and the women who people his canvases eat bread and potatoes, and drink coffee. They possess a deep tranquility and a solemn dignity that makes one think of the early Van Gogh."
– Arne Malmedal
About the Artist
Constant Permeke (1886–1952) was a Belgian artist. He worked with painting, drawing and sculpting. In his early career he was an impressionist, before he moved on to expressionism later in his career.
