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Jespers, Floris
A Belgian painter and graphic artist whose early work was connected to Expressionism in Belgium.
Short Biography
Jespers, Floris was born on March 18, 1889, in Antwerp, Belgium. He was a painter and graphic artist who played a central role in Belgian modernism. His early work (interwar period) is associated with Expressionism and Futurism (around the 'Sélection' group). His style later evolved into a more personal, figurative, and colorful abstraction. His contribution lies in the introduction of international avant-garde aesthetics to Belgium.
Connection to the Book World
Jespers was an active graphic artist, known for his woodcuts, which were often used to illustrate his Expressionist and figurative work in magazines and books. His graphic work is an important example of Expressionist typography and illustration in Belgium, with a raw, powerful line work.
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We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
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Rare Books, Living Legacies Rare Books, Living Legacies
We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
€360
AUTHORS · AUTHORS
Rare Books, Living Legacies Rare Books, Living Legacies
We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
€360
AUTHORS · AUTHORS
Rare Books, Living Legacies Rare Books, Living Legacies
We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
€360
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