Frits Klein (1898-1990) - Clown
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Oil painting by Frits Klein (1898–1990), titled Clown, created in 1930, a portrait in oil with impressionist influence, origin Netherlands, sold with frame, in good condition, measures 54 x 46 cm including the frame, signed and dated on the lower right.
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Oil painting with a portrait of a clown. The work is by Frits Klein (1898–1990), the father of Yves Klein. He was born in Bandung (Indonesia) and moved with his family to the Netherlands at the age of five.
For a large part of his adult life, he commuted between Paris and Wassenaar. Klein painted, among other things, landscapes such as beaches and parks, but also scenes from circus life, in which horses play an especially important role. His work is characterized by a dreamlike atmosphere. Possible sources of inspiration are Claude Monet, Pierre Bonnard, and J.M.W. Turner. Frits Klein is often referred to as the ‘painter of light’. Themewise, his work shows affinities with that of Marc Chagall and Giorgio de Chirico.
Currently, the Stedelijk Museum Schiedam is hosting an exhibition on Yves Klein and his family, including Frits Klein.
Dimensions: 46 x 38 cm
Dimensions with frame: 54 x 46 cm
Signed and dated bottom right
Provenance: private collection, Netherlands
The work has been recently cleaned
Viewing of the lot is always possible. All contact information can be found on our own website. Art Dumay has an in-house framing workshop with almost 100 years of experience. If you are interested, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
Seller's Story
About Art Dumay
Art Dumay is a professional art company in Nuenen, the Netherlands, with over 25 years of experience in buying, selling and valuing fine art.
We offer a carefully selected range of modern, contemporary and classical artworks to collectors worldwide.
Every artwork is professionally assessed, securely stored and carefully packed for shipment. We use appropriate protective materials and specialised transport solutions where needed.
With expertise, reliability and personal service at the heart of our business, we aim to make buying art online safe, transparent and enjoyable.
Art Dumay — from our collection to yours.
Translated by Google TranslateOil painting with a portrait of a clown. The work is by Frits Klein (1898–1990), the father of Yves Klein. He was born in Bandung (Indonesia) and moved with his family to the Netherlands at the age of five.
For a large part of his adult life, he commuted between Paris and Wassenaar. Klein painted, among other things, landscapes such as beaches and parks, but also scenes from circus life, in which horses play an especially important role. His work is characterized by a dreamlike atmosphere. Possible sources of inspiration are Claude Monet, Pierre Bonnard, and J.M.W. Turner. Frits Klein is often referred to as the ‘painter of light’. Themewise, his work shows affinities with that of Marc Chagall and Giorgio de Chirico.
Currently, the Stedelijk Museum Schiedam is hosting an exhibition on Yves Klein and his family, including Frits Klein.
Dimensions: 46 x 38 cm
Dimensions with frame: 54 x 46 cm
Signed and dated bottom right
Provenance: private collection, Netherlands
The work has been recently cleaned
Viewing of the lot is always possible. All contact information can be found on our own website. Art Dumay has an in-house framing workshop with almost 100 years of experience. If you are interested, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
Seller's Story
About Art Dumay
Art Dumay is a professional art company in Nuenen, the Netherlands, with over 25 years of experience in buying, selling and valuing fine art.
We offer a carefully selected range of modern, contemporary and classical artworks to collectors worldwide.
Every artwork is professionally assessed, securely stored and carefully packed for shipment. We use appropriate protective materials and specialised transport solutions where needed.
With expertise, reliability and personal service at the heart of our business, we aim to make buying art online safe, transparent and enjoyable.
Art Dumay — from our collection to yours.
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Artist
Frits Klein (1898-1990)
Sold with frame
Yes
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Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Clown
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
1930
Condition
Good condition
Height
54 cm
Width
46 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Impressionism
Period
1920-1930
