Artist

Constantin Meunier

Portrait of Constantin Meunier
Portrait of Constantin Meunier

Belgian, 1831–1905

Constantin Meunier was a Belgian Realism artist. 38 works are cataloged here, principally at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium. Constantin Meunier was born in Etterbeek.

Constantin Meunier (French pronunciation:; 12 April 1831 – 4 April 1905) was a Belgian painter and sculptor. He made an important contribution to the development of modern art by elevating the image of the industrial worker, docker and miner to an icon of modernity. His work is a reflection of the industrial, social and political developments of his day and represents a compassionate and committed view of man and the world.

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