Tutum (2019) Painting by Hildegarde Handsaeme

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Seller Hildegarde Handsaeme

Fine art paper, 11x8 in
  • Original Artwork (One Of A Kind) Painting, Acrylic on Linen Canvas
  • Dimensions Height 27.6in, Width 19.7in
  • Framing This artwork is not framed
  • Categories Paintings under $5,000 Geometric
Tutum captures the protective strength of an intimate embrace, rendered through Hildegarde Handsaeme’s signature minimalist and geometric style. The intertwined figures, drawn with flowing, unbroken lines, radiate a sense of safety and closeness, embodying both vulnerability and quiet resilience. The composition balances abstract geometry with organic [...]
Tutum captures the protective strength of an intimate embrace, rendered through Hildegarde Handsaeme’s signature minimalist and geometric style. The intertwined figures, drawn with flowing, unbroken lines, radiate a sense of safety and closeness, embodying both vulnerability and quiet resilience.

The composition balances abstract geometry with organic form, as planes of deep green, muted red, and serene blue intersect to frame the figures. The juxtaposition of sharp-edged blocks and soft human contours creates visual tension while maintaining harmony, highlighting the duality of strength and tenderness.

Tutum goes beyond mere figuration, becoming a symbolic exploration of protection, emotional intimacy, and the timeless human need for connection — key elements that define Handsaeme’s artistic voice.

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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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