Artwork
View of a Dutch City with the Schreierstoren in Amsterdam
View of a Dutch City with the Schreierstoren in Amsterdam is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Jacob Maris. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.
About this work
The painting is titled View of a Dutch City with the Schreierstoren in Amsterdam.
It was created by Jacob Maris in 1873.
The Clark Art Institute holds this oil painting, and it's interesting because it shows a specific location in Amsterdam, giving a glimpse into the city's architecture at that time.
You can learn more about the artist's style by looking up Jacob Maris.
Overview
View of a Dutch City with the Schreierstoren in Amsterdam is a 1873 oil painting by Jacob Maris, a prominent figure in the Hague School. The work is part of the Clark Art Institute's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene in Amsterdam, featuring the Schreierstoren, a historic tower. It offers a glimpse into the city's 19th-century architecture and atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Maris's work is characterized by its emphasis on capturing light and mood. As a representative of the Hague School and Impressionist influences, the painting focuses on conveying a fleeting visual impression rather than precise detail.
History & Provenance
Created in 1873, the painting is now held in the Clark Art Institute's collection, where it remains a significant example of Maris's oeuvre and the Hague School's style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacob Henricus Maris (August 25, 1837 – August 7, 1899) was a Dutch painter, who with his brothers Willem and Matthijs belonged to what has come to be known as the Hague School of painters.
