Jozef Mees, Large Abstract Composition, Oil on Board, Belgium, 1966

The seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.

About This Piece

Impressive painting by Belgian abstract artist Jozef Mees. Through vibrant colors and layered compositions, the work delves into the dynamic interplay between light, form and content. This piece reflects Mees his distinctive style of the 1950s and early 1960s, showing his mastery of texture.
Oil on board, signed and dated 1966 in lower right corner. Work in perfect condition in its original frame.

Mees (1898 – 1987) graduated from the Academy of Ghent, Belgium, in 1920 and initially pursued a career in his family's furniture business. Despite this, he continued to foster his creative aspirations, with his artistic debut occurring in 1924. His early paintings from the 1940s reflect Flemish Expressionism, characterized by animistic themes featuring monumental figures and structured landscapes. By the 1950s, Mees adopted a more abstract approach, imbuing his lyrical canvases with emotive qualities reminiscent of various artistic movements such as the École de la Paris, Jeune Peinture Belge, action painting and post-expressionism. Embracing the use of texture, his colorful and layered works explore the interplay of light, form and content.
Around 1967, Mees transitioned towards more measured and structured compositions, favoring pure planes and precise line work while maintaining his distinctive color palette. Notably, he juxtaposed bright colors against dark backgrounds, infusing his works with a flamboyant character. Mees played a foundational role in establishing the S.M.A.K. which later came under the leadership of Jan Hoet. His openness and progressive vision provided a platform for emerging painters like Roger Raveel, Camille D'havé, Frans Piens, Pierre Vlerick and Marcel Ysewijn to showcase their work at the museum. Moreover, in 1967, he became a co-founder of the Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens. His forward-thinking approach contributed to the museum's evolution and innovation.

Click here for full description Close description

Period	1960 to 1969
Year	1966
Production Period	1960 to 1969
Country of Manufacture	Belgium
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Abstraction, Belgian, Mid-Century, Hand-Crafted, Modernist, Brutalist
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Patina consistent with age and use
Product Code	MKW-2052655
Materials	Oil on Board
Color	Black, blue, brown, cream, crimson, maroon, multicolored, red
Width	92 cm 92 cm
Depth	4 cm 4 cm
Height	132 cm 132 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Belgium
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral	For every purchase made, Pamono offsets 100% of estimated carbon emissions from global shipping.
Vintage	Choosing vintage and antique furniture reduces your carbon footprint by cutting down on waste and reduces demand for new materials and extends the life of the products we use.

Product Safety Information

EU Responsible Person	Published before Dec 13th 2024

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.