Wilhelm Thelen (1917-1985) - 20th Century Oil Houseboat on the Rhine

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Description

A houseboat overlooks a wide river in this serene scene by German artist Wilhelm Thelen (1917-1985). An inscription on the verso identifies the location as near Volmerswerth, south of Düsseldorf. Thelen pays careful attention to the light and applies the paint in smooth, broad brushstrokes. Signed at the lower left. Well presented in a distressed gilt frame. On board.

Condition

Overall the condition is very good. Slight discolouration. Light wear to the frame.

Size

39 x 49cm (15.4" x 19.3")
Framed Size: 48.5 x 58.5cm (19.1" x 23.0")

Artist Biography

German artist Wilhelm Thelen (1917-1985) received his initial artistic training at the Deutsches Museum in Munich. The Second World War brought a temporary end to his studies, but he resumed his training at the Düsseldorf Academy after the war. He remained in Düsseldorf, and would later teach at the Düsseldorf Volkshochschule (VHS).

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SKU sx321
Frame Colour beige
Artist Wilhelm Thelen (1917-1985)
Date 20th Century
Dimensions 39.0 x 49.0cm
Medium Oil
Style Realism
Subject Landscapes
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