Theo van Rysselberghe
Théophile "Theo" van Rysselberghe (1862–1926) was a Belgian Neo-Impressionist painter and a key figure in the development of Pointillism. Born in Ghent, Belgium, Van Rysselberghe studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels. Early in his career, he was influenced by Realism and later by Impressionism, but he soon became one of the foremost exponents of Pointillism after being introduced to the technique by Georges Seurat. Van Rysselberghe's use of small, distinct dots of color to create vibrant, luminous paintings earned him recognition as one of the most important Neo-Impressionists in Belgium.
Van Rysselberghe’s works often depict portraits, landscapes, and scenes of leisure, capturing the light and color of the Mediterranean. His role as a founder of the Brussels-based art group Les XX also contributed to the promotion of avant-garde art in Belgium. Today, his works are housed in major museums such as the Musée d'Orsay in Paris and the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
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Full Name: Théophile "Theo" van Rysselberghe
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Birth and Death: 1862–1926
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Profession: Painter
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Influences: Pointillism, Neo-Impressionism, Georges Seurat
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Legacy: Known for his mastery of Pointillism, Van Rysselberghe’s works are held in institutions like the Musée d'Orsay and the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
