‘De sjees’ (The Shepherd) is a pinnacle in Permeke’s body of work. This piece was painted in the vicinity of Jabbeke. ‘De sjees’ stands out in his portfolio from the 1920s thanks to its warm, contrasting hues. Permeke captures the good spirits of a Sunday. The cheerful movement of the horse pays a playful tribute to rural life.
Source: Constant Permeke, 1926, De Sjees ('The Shepherd'), Mu.ZEE, Public domain