Marinus Johannes de Jongere (1912-1978) - Framed Oil Harbour View Rotterdam

Description

An expansive oil landscape of the Port of Rotterdam, attributed to Dutch impressionist Marinus Johannes de Jongere (1912-1978). The scene depicts a view of Europe's largest seaport with boats and barges on the water. Several of the port's tugs can be seen navigating through choppy waves to help manoeuvre a large cargo ship with cranes on board. The oil has been beautifully presented in an extravagant gilt-effect frame with acanthus strapwork. Unsigned. On canvas on stretchers.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age, including some craquelure to the surface of the oil. Inspection under UV light reveals no signs of restoration. There are a few small losses and moulding repairs visible on the large frame. Gilt paint has been previously used to touch up parts of the top member.

Size

49 x 63.5cm (19.3" x 25.0")
Framed Size: 69 x 83.5cm (27.2" x 32.9")

Artist Biography

Marinus Johannes de Jongere (Drulman) was born in Amsterdam on 4 July 1912; he died in Amsterdam in 1978. He lived and worked in Rotterdam. He travelled to Belgium, France, Switzerland and Germany. He studied at the art academy in Rotterdam. He was a painter, aquarellist, draughtsman, etcher, and lithographer. His style was naturalistic and impressionistic. Among his subjects were landscapes, harbours and portraits. He is especially noted for his paintings of harbours. He was a member of the “Rotterdamse Kunstenaars Sociëteit”.