Alice Brasser (Dutch , b. 1965)

Park fence 2021

Oil on perspex on wood , 20 x 17 cm.

Alice Brasser, born in Alkmaar, The Netherlands in 1965, is a talented artist who currently lives and works in Haarlem. She received her education at the Amsterdam Academy of Fine Art. Brasser’s captivating work has found its way into both corporate collections and numerous private collections within the Netherlands and abroad12.
Her artistic expression primarily revolves around the theme of landscapes. In her paintings and drawings, you’ll encounter recurring motifs such as trees, grasses, fields, and flowers. These natural elements come alive through her use of intense colors, creating an atmosphere of mystery. Additionally, her compositions often feature human beings or traces of human presence, adding depth and intrigue to her work1.
A monograph titled “Dreamscapes”, published in September 2017, provides an overview of her art from the years 2007 to 2017. In this collection, you’ll find glimpses of lush landscapes, shadowy entertainments in forests, and scenes that evoke both beauty and curiosity. The impact of her works transcends mere aesthetics; they leave a lasting impression that defies simple characterization1.
Brasser’s art invites us to explore the interplay between nature, light, and human existence—a captivating journey through her dreamscapes

Leo Gestel (Dutch, 1881 – 1941)

A tree in autumn, 1909 

il on canvas laid down on board, 52.4 x 38.5 cm

Leo Gestel, born on November 11, 1881, in Woerden, Netherlands, was a versatile Dutch artist known for his exploration of various artistic styles. Here are some key points about his life and work:

1. Artistic Exploration:

   • Cubism, Expressionism, Futurism, and Postimpressionism: Gestel fearlessly experimented with these diverse styles, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.
   • Alongside artists like Piet Mondrian and Jan Sluyters, he played a significant role in shaping Dutch modernism.

2. Early Influences:

   • Gestel received his initial art instruction from his father, Willem Gestel, who was also an artist.
   • His uncle, Dimmen Gestel, had even painted alongside the legendary Vincent van Gogh.
   • To overcome financial challenges, Leo created advertisements (including ones for Philips) for illustrated books.

3. Avant-Garde Exposure:

   • During his time in Paris, Gestel immersed himself in the avant-garde movement.
   • In 1913, he exhibited his work at the “Erster Deutscher Herbstsalon” in Berlin, thanks to an opportunity offered by Herwarth Walden.
   • Gestel spent his summers in Bergen, where he became part of the Bergen School.

4. Legacy and Loss:

   • Unfortunately, in 1929, a fire destroyed the majority of his works in his studio.
   • Undeterred, he relocated to Blaricum and continued his artistic journey.

5. Notable Works:

   • Gestel’s sculptures include pieces like “Mallorca”, “Terreno”, “Blue Tree”, “Nude”, and “Idle Moments”.
   • His “Boats Along the Shore” from 1908 and “Flowers” from 1913 showcase his talent.

6. Public Collections:

   • His works are held in esteemed institutions such as:
     • Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar
     • Drents Museum, Assen
     • Museum De Hallen, Haarlem
     • Frans Hals Museum, Haarlem
     • Singer Laren
     • Kröller-Müller Museum, Otterlo
     • Museum van Bommel van Dam, Venlo
     • Museum de Fundatie in Zwolle12.

In summary, Leo Gestel’s artistic legacy continues to inspire, bridging classical and modern elements in his captivating works.

Bram van Velde (Dutch, 1895-1981)

Garden with flowers

Oil on canvas, 80.0 x 99.3 cm

Bram van Velde was a Dutch painter who was active in the mid-20th century. He was born in 1895 in The Hague, Netherlands, and studied art at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague. Van Velde was known for his abstract, expressive paintings, which often featured bold, gestural brushstrokes and a limited palette of bright, saturated colors. He was part of the Cobra movement, a group of artists who were known for their expressive, spontaneous style and their interest in primal, childlike forms.

Van Velde was also a member of the French Surrealist movement and was associated with artists such as André Breton and Jean Arp. In addition to his work as a painter, he also created prints, collages, and other mixed media works. Van Velde's work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world and is held in numerous public and private collections. He died in 1981 in Valence, France.

Paul Hugo ten Hoopen (Dutch, born 1927)

 

View of the harbor, Nice, 2002

Oil paint on canvas, 60 x 50 cm

Paul Hugo ten Hoopen was a Dutch painter and graphic artist who was born in 1927. He was known for his abstract and expressive paintings, as well as his lithographs and etchings. Ten Hoopen studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in The Hague and was a member of the Pulchri Studio, a group of artists who were associated with the city's avant-garde movement. He exhibited his work widely in Europe and the United States, and his paintings can be found in private and public collections around the world. In addition to his work as an artist, ten Hoopen was also involved in the art world as a teacher, critic, and curator.

Jacoba van Heemskerck (Dutch, 1876-1923)

 
Two Trees, 1910

oil on canvas, 88 x 70 cm

Jkvr. Jacoba Berendina van Heemskerck van Beest (1876-1923) was a Dutch painter, stained glass designer and graphic artist who worked in several modern genres. She specialized in landscapes and still-lifes.

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Wim Oepts (Dutch, 1904-1988)

 Gezicht op St. Tropez - View of St Tropez (1947) 
oil on canvas 47 x 59 cm

Provence (1963)

oil on canvas 33 x 41 cm

Wim Oepts was a Dutch painter, born as the first child in a big art loving family on 2 December 1904 in Amsterdam. At the age of fourteen he started working in a metal construction company. During those years, he spent a lot of his spare time on drawing and painting and he decided to quit his job in 1924 to focus completely on art.

Willem Paerels (Dutch, 1878-1962)

Vue du pont de Bouillon sous la neige

Willem Paerels (1878-1962) was a Dutch painter known for his landscapes, still lifes, and genre scenes. He was born in Rotterdam and studied at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague. Paerels was a member of the Pulchri Studio, a prestigious artist society in The Hague, and his work was exhibited widely in the Netherlands and abroad. He was known for his precise technique and his ability to capture the beauty of the Dutch countryside and its inhabitants. Paerels's work can be found in private and public collections around the world.

Jan van Herwijnen (Dutch, 1889-1965)

 

Still life with blue gerbera in earthenware pot 
Oil on canvas, 54 x 42,7 cm (21,3 x 16,8 in)

Joost Doornik (Dutch, b.1964)

 

The Cafe , Oil on linen (2015)

Co Breman

Co Breman (Netherlands 1865-1938)

Dutch Palmzondag, Laren (1914)

Kees Van Dongen (Netherlands 1877-1968)

Paris, Le Pont des Arts

The Mill (Le Moulin), ND

Gouache and aquarelle; Galerie Thomas, Germany

White Horse

Delfshaven (c. 1898)

La pluie (c. 1903-04)

oil on canvas 33.3 x 41.2 cm

Trouville, the Sea (1904)

Sheaf Binders (also known as Gleaners at Chailly-en Bière) (1905)

Petits chevaux (n.d.) 

oil on board 17.8 x 24.2 cm

Femme Fatale, 1905

Haystacks (also known as Clouds or Summer), 1905

Lailla (1908)

Maria (1910)

Bas Bleus c. 1913

oil on canvas

The Corn Poppy, 1919

ESPAGNOLE A L’EVENTAIL

LA CHIMERE PIE

Bather with yellow cap, 1920

Cérès

Oil on canvas, 65 x 54 cm.

Hindu Dancer

La Femme au Béret, 1936

Nu debout sur fond vert et rose (n.d.)
oil on canvas 65 x 50 cm

Cornelis Theodorus Maria van Dongen (1877 – 1968), usually known as Kees van Dongen or just Van Dongen, was a Dutch painter and one of the Fauves. He gained a reputation for his sensuous, at times garish, portraits. Kees van Dongen was born in Delfshaven, then on the outskirts, and today a borough, of Rotterdam. He was the second of four children in a middle-class family. In 1892, at age 16, Kees van Dongen started his studies at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Rotterdam, working with J. Striening and J.G. Heyberg. During this period from 1892 to 1897, van Dongen frequented the Red Quarter seaport area, where he drew scenes of sailors and prostitutes. He met Augusta Preitinger at the Academy, a fellow painter.

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Brigitte Bardot and Kees von Dongen (1954)

Piet Mondrian (Dutch, 1872-1944)

Chrysanthemum (1906)

Red Cloud (1907)

Trees Along a River (1907-8)

Windmill in the Gein (1907)

On the Shore, 1907-1909

Meandering Landscape with River (1907)

Portrait of a Girl in Red (1908)

Oil on canvas, 49 x 41,5 cm

Farm Building with Bridge (c. 1909) 

oil on canvas 33 x 44 cm

Avond Evening The Red Tree (1910)

River view with a boat

Windmill, 1917

Windmill in Sunlight



Landscape in Holland

Pieter Cornelis "Piet" Mondriaan, after 1906 Mondrian (1872 – 1944) was a Dutch painter.
He was an important contributor to the De Stijl art movement and group, which was founded by Theo van Doesburg. He evolved a non-representational form which he termed neoplasticism. This consisted of white ground, upon which was painted a grid of vertical and horizontal black lines and the three primary colors. Between his 1905 painting, The River Amstel, and his 1907 Amaryllis, Mondrian changed the spelling of his signature from Mondriaan to Mondrian.

Piet Mondrian. 1942. Arnold Newman photo

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Vincent van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh (Pays-B. 1853-1890)

Quayside with Ships in Antwerp, 1885

Paysage à la tempête, 1885

Green Wheat Fields

Belvedere Overlooking Montmartre, 1886

Wheat Field with a Lark, 1887

Sunflowers, 1887

Le Moulin de la Gallette 1887

Sunflowers (detail), 1888

The Rocks, 1888

Pollard Willows and Setting Sun 1888

The Old Mill, 1888

View of Saintes-Maries, 1888

Green Ears of Wheat, 1888

Haystacks in Provence, 1888

Oil on Canvas, 73 92.5 cm. Rijksmuseum Kröller-Müller, Otterlo, Netherlands

Champ de blé, 1888

Plowed Field 1888

The Starry Night, 1888

Les Alpilles, 1889

View of Arles, April 1889
Oil on canvas, 72 x 92 cm. Neue Pinakothek, Munich

Landscape with House and Ploughman, 1889 

Hermitage, St. Petersburg, Russia

 Vincent Van Gogh - The Rocks (1889)

The Rocks, detail (1889)

Self-Portrait, Saint-Rémy (September 1889) 

Musée d’Orsay, Paris

View of the church of Saint-Paul de Mausole 1889

Branches with almond blossom, 1890

Bush of roses 1890

Plain Near Auvers, 1890

Vincent van Gogh - Wheatfields under Thunderclouds 1890

Vincent van Gogh - Road with Cypress and Star 1890

Statuette de plâtre Torse de femme, vue de face

Landscape with House and Ploughman, 1889

Wheat Field with Cypresses, 1889

Cypresses

Haystack Under a Rainy Sky 1890

Houses in Auvers, 1890

Vase with Pink Roses (1890)

Portrait of Doctor Gachet - 1890

Bateaux de Pecheurs

Vincent Willem van Gogh (30 March 1853 – 29 July 1890) was a Dutch post-Impressionist painter whose work, notable for its rough beauty, emotional honesty and bold color, had a far-reaching influence on 20th-century art. After years of painful anxiety and frequent bouts of mental illness, he died aged 37 from a gunshot wound, generally accepted to be self-inflicted (although no gun was ever found). His work was then known to only a handful of people and appreciated by fewer still.

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