Belgian, 1858–1921
Fernand Khnopff was a Belgian symbolist painter, sculptor, and graphic artist, known for his dreamlike and introspective works. He was born on September 12, 1858, in Sint-Amandsberg, Belgium, and died on February 24, 1921, in Brussels. Khnopff studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels and was influenced by the works of the Pre-Raphaelites and the Belgian artist Jean Delville. His career was marked by a focus on themes of identity, memory, and the subconscious, often employing a meticulous and detailed style that combined elements of realism and symbolism. Major works include 'The Caress,' 'The Eternal Feminine,' and 'The Death of the Sphinx.' Khnopff's significance lies in his role as a leading figure in the symbolist movement, and his exploration of psychological themes paved the way for later developments in modern art.
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