Who painted Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch?

Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch was painted by Frans Van Holder in 1909.

Where can I see Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch?

Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch is held by Groeningemuseum.

What movement is Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch?

Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch

Frans Van Holder , 1909

Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Frans Van Holder. It dates from 1909 and is held in the collection of the Groeningemuseum. Portret van mevrouw A.

About this work

Overview

Portret van mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch is an oil painting created by Frans Van Holder in 1909, portraying a woman in a formal setting.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Mevrouw A. Ganshof van der Meersch, is depicted in a state of elegance, dressed in an off-the-shoulder white gown, black shoes, and holding a white shawl, set against a predominantly red backdrop with subtle blue and black accents.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases Van Holder's use of chiaroscuro, emphasizing contrast between light and dark to create depth and a sense of formal elegance, characteristic of the artist's approach.

History & Provenance

Completed in 1909, the portrait is part of the collection at the Groeningemuseum, where it remains on display.

Context

Created in the early 20th century, the work reflects the continued influence of traditional portraiture techniques in early modern European art.