Jan Schonk - Still life
- Description
- Jan Schonk (1889-1976)
| Type of artwork | Painting |
| Period | 1945 to 1999 |
| Technique | Oil paint |
| Support | Canvas |
| Style | Classical |
| Subject | Still life |
| Framed | Framed |
| Dimensions | 80 x 60 cm (h x w) |
| Incl. frame | 90 x 80 cm (h x w) |
| Signed | Hand signed |
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Jan Schonk (1889-1976) was a Dutch painter and sculptor known for his impressionist and expressionist style. Schonk was born on November 18, 1889 in The Hague. He received his artistic training at the Academy of Visual Arts in his native city, where he was taught by renowned artists such as Frits Jansen and Pieter Dupont.
Schonk's oeuvre is characterized by its versatility; he worked not only as a painter, but also as a sculptor and graphic artist. His paintings include landscapes, cityscapes, still lifes and portraits, often characterized by a vibrant use of color and dynamic brushwork.
In addition to his paintings and sculptures, Schonk also made woodcuts and linoleum cuts, often choosing animals as subjects. His work was influenced by his interest in nature and everyday life, which is evident in his careful observations and detailed elaborations.
Schonk was an active member of various artist associations, including the Hague Art Circle and Pulchri Studio. His work has been regularly exhibited in the Netherlands and abroad, and he has received several awards for his artistic contributions.
Jan Schonk died on April 30, 1976, but his work remains valued and respected in the Dutch art world. His contributions to the visual arts are still recognized and his work is exhibited in museums and art galleries.
Schonk's oeuvre is characterized by its versatility; he worked not only as a painter, but also as a sculptor and graphic artist. His paintings include landscapes, cityscapes, still lifes and portraits, often characterized by a vibrant use of color and dynamic brushwork.
In addition to his paintings and sculptures, Schonk also made woodcuts and linoleum cuts, often choosing animals as subjects. His work was influenced by his interest in nature and everyday life, which is evident in his careful observations and detailed elaborations.
Schonk was an active member of various artist associations, including the Hague Art Circle and Pulchri Studio. His work has been regularly exhibited in the Netherlands and abroad, and he has received several awards for his artistic contributions.
Jan Schonk died on April 30, 1976, but his work remains valued and respected in the Dutch art world. His contributions to the visual arts are still recognized and his work is exhibited in museums and art galleries.
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| Condition | Good |
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