Figure No.7
$375
$375
Crafted with quiet intensity by Belgian sculptor Yolande Ide, Nu Féminin embodies the raw beauty and emotive power that define her lifelong exploration of the human form. Born in De Haan in 1931, Ide studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp before retreating into a deeply personal artistic practice within the walls of her family home—once a neighbor to none other than Albert Einstein.
Daughter of renowned architect Léon Ide, whose legacy still graces De Haan’s skyline, Yolande’s creativity was shaped by a deep connection to form, space, and quiet reflection. Her terracotta sculptures, rarely seen during her lifetime, capture stylized female nudes in a style that is both intimate and timeless—reflecting the artistic sensibilities of the 1960s while transcending era or trend.
Nu Féminin is a striking example of Ide’s work: textured, expressive, and imbued with emotional depth. This piece speaks not only to the artist’s technical mastery, but also to her unwavering commitment to authenticity—art created not for the market, but from the soul.
Once private, her oeuvre is now stepping into the light through curated auctions and exhibitions, inviting new audiences to experience the quiet power of her legacy.