Marinus Bies (1894-1975) - Landschap met ondergaande zon
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Landschap met ondergaande zon is an oil painting by Marinus Bies (1894–1975), a Dutch Expressionist landscape from 1940–1950, sold with frame, original edition, hand-signed, measuring 41 × 49 cm (frame included).
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This evocative and characterful painting depicts a tranquil village scene at sunset, where the dark silhouettes of a few houses and tall, almost bare trees stand out against a warmly brightening evening sky. The artist has, with a restrained palette of deep brown, green, and ochre tones, created a particularly intimate and melancholic atmosphere. The low sun, visible as a golden disk between the branches, forms a subtle yet powerful light point within the composition. The loose, impasto brushwork and the rich texture of the paint give the work a lively and expressive character, while the dark foreground and the warm glow on the horizon contribute to a strong sense of depth. In particular, the contrast between light and shadow lends the scene a nearly mysterious aura. The painting breathes the calm and simplicity of rural life and testifies to a special sensibility for mood, light, and the poetic beauty of the everyday landscape.
Executed in oil on panel
Dimensions of the work approximately 26 × 35 cm; with frame approximately 41 × 49 cm.
Provenance: private collection, F. de V., Eindhoven.
Biography of the artist
Marinus Bies (Aarle-Rixtel, 1894–1975), full name Martinus Johannes Bies, was a Dutch painter and draughtsman whose oeuvre is closely tied to the Brabant landscape, and in particular the Peel. He studied under Arnold Marc Gorter and Jan Kruysen and developed a powerful, freely painted pictorial language in which landscape, colour, and atmosphere are central. From 1933 he worked as a professional artist. In 1938 and 1939 Bies participated in group exhibitions; during this period the Van Abbemuseum acquired a Peel landscape by him. His work was subsequently exhibited in the Rijksmuseum as well. On the occasion of his hundredth birth anniversary, Museum Kempenland Eindhoven organized a retrospective of his oeuvre in 1994. In 2025 his fiftieth death anniversary in the Peel region was commemorated with a series of exhibitions focusing on his landscape art.
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Translated by Google TranslateThis evocative and characterful painting depicts a tranquil village scene at sunset, where the dark silhouettes of a few houses and tall, almost bare trees stand out against a warmly brightening evening sky. The artist has, with a restrained palette of deep brown, green, and ochre tones, created a particularly intimate and melancholic atmosphere. The low sun, visible as a golden disk between the branches, forms a subtle yet powerful light point within the composition. The loose, impasto brushwork and the rich texture of the paint give the work a lively and expressive character, while the dark foreground and the warm glow on the horizon contribute to a strong sense of depth. In particular, the contrast between light and shadow lends the scene a nearly mysterious aura. The painting breathes the calm and simplicity of rural life and testifies to a special sensibility for mood, light, and the poetic beauty of the everyday landscape.
Executed in oil on panel
Dimensions of the work approximately 26 × 35 cm; with frame approximately 41 × 49 cm.
Provenance: private collection, F. de V., Eindhoven.
Biography of the artist
Marinus Bies (Aarle-Rixtel, 1894–1975), full name Martinus Johannes Bies, was a Dutch painter and draughtsman whose oeuvre is closely tied to the Brabant landscape, and in particular the Peel. He studied under Arnold Marc Gorter and Jan Kruysen and developed a powerful, freely painted pictorial language in which landscape, colour, and atmosphere are central. From 1933 he worked as a professional artist. In 1938 and 1939 Bies participated in group exhibitions; during this period the Van Abbemuseum acquired a Peel landscape by him. His work was subsequently exhibited in the Rijksmuseum as well. On the occasion of his hundredth birth anniversary, Museum Kempenland Eindhoven organized a retrospective of his oeuvre in 1994. In 2025 his fiftieth death anniversary in the Peel region was commemorated with a series of exhibitions focusing on his landscape art.
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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Edition
Original
Artist
Marinus Bies (1894-1975)
Title of artwork
Landschap met ondergaande zon
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition
Height
41 cm
Width
49 cm
Depiction/theme
Landscape
Style
Expressionism
Period
1940-1950
