Willem Hendrik van der Nat (1864–1929) - De jonggeborene
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De jonggeborene is a 19th‑century Dutch Impressionist watercolour by Willem Hendrik van der Nat (1864–1929), hand‑signed, 60 × 50 cm including the frame, sold with frame.
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This atmospheric watercolor shows a woman in a simple rural setting, with a young goat in her arms and a second animal beside her. The white headscarf, dark clothing and bright blue skirt draw attention to the central figure, who with her calm demeanor conveys a sense of care and connection with the animal. The artist works with loose, translucent brushstrokes and a warm palette of brown and earthy tones, interspersed with the fresh blue of the skirt. The interior is only sketched, so the emphasis is entirely on the woman and the animals. The whole has an intimate, everyday character and evokes the atmosphere of traditional rural life.
Dimensions: 40 cm x 26 cm
Dimensions with frame: 60 cm x 50 cm
The work is signed bottom left
Willem Hendrik van der Nat (Leiden, 1864–1929) was a versatile artist: painter, draftsman, watercolorist, sculptor, etcher, illustrator and lithographer. He received his first drawing lessons at a young age and later studied in The Hague and Leiden, where he befriended artist Floris Verster and art critic H.P. Bremmer.
Initially Van der Nat worked as an illustrator and lithographer, but around 1900 he devoted himself entirely to painting. His style developed from the influence of the Hague School toward a more expressive, colorful approach, partly inspired by Van Gogh and Millet. He gained renown with his paintings of sheep and goats, often created during his stays in Drenthe, but he also painted still lifes, landscapes and Spanish scenes.
Van der Nat was a co-founder of the Leiden artists' association De Kunst om De Kunst and is regarded as part of the core of the so-called Leiden Impressionists — a group of painters distinguished by their loose brushwork and vivid color use. They painted in and around the city of Leiden. The movement is related to the Hague School. A biography has been written by Willem L. Baars. (not included with purchase of work). His work is represented in the collections of various museums, such as the Stedelijk Museum, De Lakenhal in Leiden and the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo.
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Translated by Google TranslateThis atmospheric watercolor shows a woman in a simple rural setting, with a young goat in her arms and a second animal beside her. The white headscarf, dark clothing and bright blue skirt draw attention to the central figure, who with her calm demeanor conveys a sense of care and connection with the animal. The artist works with loose, translucent brushstrokes and a warm palette of brown and earthy tones, interspersed with the fresh blue of the skirt. The interior is only sketched, so the emphasis is entirely on the woman and the animals. The whole has an intimate, everyday character and evokes the atmosphere of traditional rural life.
Dimensions: 40 cm x 26 cm
Dimensions with frame: 60 cm x 50 cm
The work is signed bottom left
Willem Hendrik van der Nat (Leiden, 1864–1929) was a versatile artist: painter, draftsman, watercolorist, sculptor, etcher, illustrator and lithographer. He received his first drawing lessons at a young age and later studied in The Hague and Leiden, where he befriended artist Floris Verster and art critic H.P. Bremmer.
Initially Van der Nat worked as an illustrator and lithographer, but around 1900 he devoted himself entirely to painting. His style developed from the influence of the Hague School toward a more expressive, colorful approach, partly inspired by Van Gogh and Millet. He gained renown with his paintings of sheep and goats, often created during his stays in Drenthe, but he also painted still lifes, landscapes and Spanish scenes.
Van der Nat was a co-founder of the Leiden artists' association De Kunst om De Kunst and is regarded as part of the core of the so-called Leiden Impressionists — a group of painters distinguished by their loose brushwork and vivid color use. They painted in and around the city of Leiden. The movement is related to the Hague School. A biography has been written by Willem L. Baars. (not included with purchase of work). His work is represented in the collections of various museums, such as the Stedelijk Museum, De Lakenhal in Leiden and the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo.
Viewing is, of course, possible.
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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Sold with frame
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Artist
Willem Hendrik van der Nat (1864–1929)
Title of artwork
De jonggeborene
Technique
Watercolour painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition
Height
60 cm
Width
50 cm
Depiction/theme
Landscape
Style
Impressionism
Period
19th century
