The Life and Art of Theo Van Doormael
Theo Van Doormael was a Dutch painter who was primarily active in Antwerp. Born in Standdaarbuiten, he received instruction from Henri Dirckx before being awarded a scholarship to study at the Antwerp Academy. He remained active in Antwerp until his death. His artistic practice encompassed several disciplines, working as a painter, watercolorist, draftsperson, and visual artist.
Notable Works
The artist's body of work includes several notable pieces held in various collections. Among his recognized works are:
The sacristan is an oil painting on canvas, signed and dated on the lower left. This specific work was acquired by the Abdijmuseum Ten Duinen in Koksijde.