Charles Eyck through the eyes of his granddaughter
What stays with you about a grandfather who didn’t just paint, but left behind an entire reflection of his time? And what is it like to view his work as a family member, now that it has become cultural heritage?
In the exhibition On the Other Side of the Ocean, on view at SCHUNCK Glaspaleis, works by Charles Eyck are presented in dialogue with those of Rinella Alfonso. For Ellen Eyck, his granddaughter, this not only brings back memories of his studio and stories, but also raises new questions — about artistic development, sources of inspiration, and the impact of travel, such as his stay in Curaçao in 1952.
In this video, Ellen shares her personal connection to Charles Eyck, his early years as a deaf boy in Meerssen, and how his style evolved over time. Not from an art historical perspective, but as someone who knew him up close.
“You can see how his work constantly takes on new forms. And yet, it’s always recognisably Eyck.”
On the Other Side of the Ocean is on view through 14 September 2025.
Watch the video below: