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Vrouw bij zuil by Charles Rochussen
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Vrouw bij zuil mid 19th

Charles Rochussen

Oil paintPanelPaint
 17 ⨯ 9 cm
€ 1.000 - 5.000

Kunsthandel Pygmalion

  • About the artwork
    Charles Rochussen (Kralingen 1814-1894 Rotterdam)
    Vrouw bij zuil
    17 x 9 cm
    Olieverf op paneel, toegeschreven aan Charles Rochussen, gesigneerd met monogram r.o.
  • About the artist

    Charles Rochussen (1814–1894) was a prominent 19th-century Dutch painter, illustrator, and printmaker who played an important role in the transition from traditional Dutch Realism to the looser, more atmospheric tendencies that would later characterize Impressionism.

    Initially trained in a more classical, detailed style, Rochussen developed a freer approach to composition and brushwork over time. His paintings often depict historical events, genre scenes, and lively depictions of everyday life, rendered with a sense of movement and narrative energy. This evolution in style allowed him to capture not only the physical details of a scene but also its atmosphere and immediacy.

    As an illustrator and printmaker, Rochussen reached a wide audience, contributing to books and publications that helped shape visual culture in the Netherlands during the 19th century. His ability to combine storytelling with artistic innovation positioned him as a key figure in Dutch art, bridging academic traditions and more modern approaches to light, color, and representation.

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Artwork details

Category
Paintings
Subject
WomanHuman
Material & Technique
Oil paintPanelPaint