Joris Minne

Joris Minne (Ostend, 1897 – Antwerp, 1988) was a Belgian sculptor, graphic artist, illustrator and painter who helped revive the art of engraving in Belgium.

[6] The magazine Lumière was a key force in generating renewed interest in wood engraving in Belgium.

The five artists in 'De Vijf' group were instrumental in popularizing the art of wood, copper and linoleum engraving and introducing Expressionism in early 20th-century Belgium.

[2][3] In 1939 Minne started sculpting and won widespread recognition for his sculptures in 1950 with an exhibition in Antwerp's Middelheimpark.

[2] Minne's pupils include Chantal De Hemptinne, Claire Pâques, Giele Roelofs and Niel Steenbergen.