Lesfrivoles (2022) Painting by Hildegarde Handsaeme

Seller Hildegarde Handsaeme

Fine art paper, 10x8 in
One of a kind
Artwork signed by the artist
Certificate of Authenticity included
Ready to hang
Mounted on Aluminium
This artwork appears in 3 collections
Les Frivoles reveals Hildegarde Handsaeme’s mastery in transforming minimalist lines into expressive storytelling. Two stylized faces, drawn from continuous flowing contours, meet in an intimate and playful exchange, their features merging in a way that blurs the boundary between individuality and shared emotion. The soft, curved extensions on one [...]
Les Frivoles reveals Hildegarde Handsaeme’s mastery in transforming minimalist lines into expressive storytelling. Two stylized faces, drawn from continuous flowing contours, meet in an intimate and playful exchange, their features merging in a way that blurs the boundary between individuality and shared emotion. The soft, curved extensions on one profile introduce a sense of movement, like wind or whispered words, adding a whimsical, almost musical rhythm to the scene.

Accents of vibrant green, orange, and deep blue punctuate the otherwise restrained composition, while the rainbow-like motif in the lower corner adds a symbolic layer of diversity, joy, and openness. This balance of bold minimalism with evocative symbolism gives the work both visual clarity and emotional depth.

Through its refined simplicity and layered meaning, Les Frivoles captures Handsaeme’s signature artistic language — minimalist yet deeply expressive, an elegant reflection on connection, lightness, and the subtleties of human interaction.

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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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