About Raoul Hynckes
Lived 1893 – 1973 (aged 79). Raoul Hynckes was a Dutch painter, draftsperson, stage painter, wood engraver, pastellist and illustrator.
Raoul Hynckes ( Brussels, 11 May 1893 – Blaricum, 19 January 1973) was a Dutch painter of Belgian origin.
The style of Hynckes was initially impressionistic, but in the 1930s he began allegorical still lifes to paint in a very realistic manner and in an extremely fine and meticulous painting style (withered trees, old nails, skulls). He is counted among the magical realists. Regularly he also worked as a bookbinding designer and poster designer.
Hynckes gained further fame through his autobiographical writings "Friends of Midnight", appeared in the series Private Domain.
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Who was Raoul Hynckes?
Dutch painter (1893-1973)
When was Raoul Hynckes born?
Raoul Hynckes was born on 11 May 1893 in Brussels.
When did Raoul Hynckes die?
Raoul Hynckes died on 19 January 1973 in Blaricum.
What was Raoul Hynckes's occupation?
Raoul Hynckes was a painter, draftsperson, stage painter, wood engraver, pastellist and illustrator.
What nationality was Raoul Hynckes?
Raoul Hynckes was Dutch.
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