Canvas Print : Albert Verwey (1865-1937). Dutch poet. Portrait by Jan Veth
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Albert Verwey (1865-1937). Dutch poet. Portrait by Jan Veth
Albert Verwey (1865-1937). Dutch poet. Portrait, 1885, by Jan Veth (1864-1925). Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland
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Media ID 14334087
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1885 Amsterdam Cultural Eighty Holland Movement Netherlandish Netherlands Pocket Poetry Rijksmuseum Vest Writers Youth Albert Artists
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Dutch poetry to your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating portrait of Albert Verwey (1865-1937), a renowned Dutch poet, was masterfully captured by Jan Veth in 1885. The high-quality canvas print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Holland, is a stunning addition to any art collection. Its vibrant colors and rich textures bring the essence of Verwey's literary legacy to life, making it a perfect conversation starter in your living space. Order now and experience the magic of poetry through art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This portrait captures the youthful visage of Albert Verwey (1865-1937), a prominent Dutch poet and leader of the Tachtigers literary movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The image, created by the skilled hand of Dutch painter Jan Veth (1864-1925), was captured in 1885, a time when Verwey was still in his twenties. The poet is depicted standing in an interior setting, dressed in a vest and waistcoat, with a pocket full of papers or letters, suggesting his dedication to his literary pursuits. Verwey's intense gaze and furrowed brow convey a deep sense of focus and contemplation, while the vibrant green background adds a touch of natural beauty and serenity to the composition. The Tachtigers, or "Eighties," were a group of Dutch writers and artists who sought to break away from the traditional literary styles of the time and embrace modernity and individualism. Verwey, as one of the movement's leading figures, played a significant role in shaping the cultural landscape of the Netherlands during this period. His poetry, which often explored themes of nature, emotion, and the human condition, resonated deeply with readers and helped to establish the Tachtigers as a major literary force in Europe. This portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, offers a rare glimpse into the life of a literary icon and the artistic milieu of late 19th-century Holland. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of literature and the creative spirit that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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