Artwork
Carolina Amalia LeDelier, daughter of Valentine De Give - leDelier
Carolina Amalia LeDelier, daughter of Valentine De Give - leDelier is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jan van Beers. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Carolina Amalia LeDelier, daughter of Valentine De Give - leDelier' is a portrait created by Jan van Beers in 1892 using oil paint. It is part of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young blonde girl in a white, vertically striped dress, holding flowers and wearing a red bracelet. Her gaze is directed to the right, conveying a sense of innocence and youth.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases a subtle color palette, with a muted greenish-brown background. The artist's technique adds depth and nuance to the portrait, characteristic of the post-impressionist movement.
History & Provenance
Jan van Beers, the artist, was a Belgian painter and illustrator, born in 1852 to the poet Jan van Beers. He was known for his illustrations, including work on a deluxe edition of his father's poetry.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean Marie Constantin Joseph "Jan" van Beers (27 March 1852 – 17 November 1927) was a Belgian painter and illustrator, son of the poet Jan van Beers.
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