Mixed Feelings (2012) Painting by Hildegarde Handsaeme

Seller Hildegarde Handsaeme

Fine art paper, 11x8 in
One of a kind
Artwork signed by the artist
Certificate of Authenticity included
Ready to hang
Mounted on Wood Stretcher frame
  • Original Artwork (One Of A Kind) Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
  • Dimensions Height 27.6in, Width 19.7in
  • Framing This artwork is not framed
  • Categories Paintings under $5,000 Figurative
"Mixed Feelings" captures the inner tension between conflicting emotions through Hildegarde Handsaeme’s minimalist figurative painting style. The fragmented portrait — composed of overlapping profiles and abstracted features — symbolizes the complexity of human identity, where joy, sorrow, and contemplation coexist in a delicate balance. The composition [...]
"Mixed Feelings" captures the inner tension between conflicting emotions through Hildegarde Handsaeme’s minimalist figurative painting style. The fragmented portrait — composed of overlapping profiles and abstracted features — symbolizes the complexity of human identity, where joy, sorrow, and contemplation coexist in a delicate balance.

The composition bursts with geometric planes in vivid yellow, bold red, emerald green, deep navy, and crisp white, enriched with intricate circular and linear patterns. This dynamic interplay of structure and organic fluidity reflects the emotional layering within the figure, embodying Handsaeme’s mastery of merging abstraction with psychological depth.

More than a portrait, Mixed Feelings is an invitation to reflect on the multifaceted nature of human experience. It resonates with collectors and curators who appreciate art that fuses aesthetic boldness with symbolic storytelling.

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Hildegarde Handsaeme is a contemporary Belgian artist celebrated for her minimalist yet emotionally resonant figurative paintings. Born in Kortrijk in 1958, she has developed a distinctive visual language where [...]

Hildegarde Handsaeme is a contemporary Belgian artist celebrated for her minimalist yet emotionally resonant figurative paintings. Born in Kortrijk in 1958, she has developed a distinctive visual language where geometric clarity meets poetic emotion. Her work reduces the female form to its most essential curves, resulting in balanced, harmonious compositions that convey both strength and serenity.

Working primarily with acrylic on canvas and ink on paper, Handsaeme creates artworks that transcend mere representation. Each piece becomes a visual poem — refined, contemplative, and deeply connected to femininity, balance, and timeless symbolism. Her style is instantly recognizable, often making a traditional signature unnecessary.

Her paintings have been exhibited internationally, including in New York, Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels, and are sought after by collectors who appreciate minimalist elegance, symbolic abstraction, and the enduring power of the feminine form.

For the full collection and more insights, visit the official website of Hildegarde Handsaeme.

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