Westerkerk Amsterdam by Cornelis Vreedenburgh

Westerkerk Amsterdam by Cornelis Vreedenburgh

Westerkerk Amsterdam by Cornelis Vreedenburgh

Westerkerk Amsterdam by Cornelis Vreedenburgh

Westerkerk Amsterdam 1929

Cornelis Vreedenburgh

Original oil on canvas
60 ⨯ 45 cm
Price on request

Bruning Heintz Fine Art

About the artwork
Gedateerd 1929
Grootte 45 x 60 cm
Signatuur Gesigneerd
Materiaal Olieverf op paneel
Stroming Klassiek impressionisme
Locatie Amsterdam
Provenance Collectie familie Blokker

Gezicht op de Westerkerk aan de Prinsengracht geschilderd door Cornelis Vreedenburgh. Aan de kale bomen te zien was het al herfst of vroege winter (in het jaar 1929 dat bij de signatuur staat). Verder was het nog vroeg in de ochtend. Dat is te zien aan de lange schaduwen naar rechts (de zon kwam dus van links uit het Oosten).
About the artist
Cornelis Vreedenburgh (25 August 1880 – 27 June 1946) was a Dutch painter, known for his atmospheric depictions of cityscapes and landscapes. Born in Woerden, the Netherlands, he developed a passion for art at an early age, influenced by his father Gerrit Vreedenburgh, who was himself a painter.
Education and Influences
Although Vreedenburgh was largely self-taught, he received valuable advice from the impressionist painter Willem Bastiaan Tholen. Together with Tholen, he explored the inland lakes and wide rivers of the Netherlands, capturing the vast skies and open waters. These experiences had a lasting influence on his work, especially in his depiction of light and reflections on water.
Career and Recognition
In 1904, Vreedenburgh received a royal grant for promising young artists, allowing him to focus entirely on his painting. His entry at Arti et Amicitiae was awarded the Willink van Collen Prize, and he became a member of both Arti et Amicitiae and Pulchri Studio. His work quickly became popular for its vibrant colours and the way he captured the light and atmosphere of the Dutch landscape.
Personal Life
After marrying artist Marie Schotel in 1912, Vreedenburgh settled in Laren, a bustling artists' village at the time. Here he painted many cityscapes of Amsterdam, capturing the charm and character of the city. His work was recognised by Queen Wilhelmina in 1937, who purchased two of his paintings.
Legacy
Cornelis Vreedenburgh died on 27 June 1946 in Laren. His paintings remain valued for their technical skill and ability to capture the essence of the Dutch landscape and city life. His work can be found in several museums and private collections, and he is remembered as an important figure in Dutch art history.

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