Willem van Leusden - City gate
- Description
- Willem van Leusden (1886-1974)
| Type of artwork | Prints (signed) |
| Period | 1900 to 1944 |
| Technique | Etching |
| Support | Handmade Paper |
| Style | Classical |
| Subject | Architecture |
| Framed | Framed |
| Dimensions | 25 x 17.5 cm (h x w) |
| Incl. frame | 39 x 31 cm (h x w) |
| Signed | Hand signed |
| Edition | 1 |
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Willem van Leusden (Utrecht, 25 September 1886 – ibid., 8 March 1974) was a prominent Dutch painter and graphic artist. Born in Utrecht, he lived in Maarsseveen from the age of 23. He studied at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague and the Rijksakademie in Amsterdam, and received the royal subsidy for young artists for three years.
Van Leusden worked as a drawing teacher at the Burgeravondschool, but his free work showed a fascinating development from realistic to abstract and ultimately surrealistic work. He also specialized in etching and engraving techniques and was part of the surrealist movement in Utrecht, together with artists such as Joop Moesman and Willem Wagenaar. He was also a member of the graphic company De Luis.
One of his better known etchings is "City Gate", an impressive work that highlights his skill in the graphic arts. The etching shows a monumental city gate, with great attention to detail. This work reflects Van Leusden's affinity for architectural subjects and his skill in capturing atmosphere and depth in his etchings.
In graphic circles, Van Leusden was particularly praised for his research into the technique of Hercules Seghers, which resulted in a publication of his findings in 1960.
Van Leusden worked as a drawing teacher at the Burgeravondschool, but his free work showed a fascinating development from realistic to abstract and ultimately surrealistic work. He also specialized in etching and engraving techniques and was part of the surrealist movement in Utrecht, together with artists such as Joop Moesman and Willem Wagenaar. He was also a member of the graphic company De Luis.
One of his better known etchings is "City Gate", an impressive work that highlights his skill in the graphic arts. The etching shows a monumental city gate, with great attention to detail. This work reflects Van Leusden's affinity for architectural subjects and his skill in capturing atmosphere and depth in his etchings.
In graphic circles, Van Leusden was particularly praised for his research into the technique of Hercules Seghers, which resulted in a publication of his findings in 1960.
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| Price | Up to 2 kg.
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