Marinus Bies (1894-1975) - Haven
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Haven, an oil painting from the Netherlands dating to 1940–1950 by Marinus Bies, sold with frame.
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This atmospheric and characterful painting depicts a lively harbor scene, where several moored sailing ships and smaller vessels come together against the backdrop of urban buildings. The artist has created a particularly atmospheric composition with loose, bold brushwork and a harmonious color palette of warm browns, ochres, and greenish grays. The tall ship masts establish a rhythmic line pattern and give the work a strong vertical dynamism, while the dark hulls and the subtle reflections in the water add depth and liveliness. Noteworthy is the sketchy treatment of the architecture and the craft, with a few decisive brushstrokes capturing the activity and character of the harbor. The visible brushwork and the beautiful interplay of light and shadow enhance the authentic, somewhat nostalgic atmosphere of the scene. The painting exudes the mood of a traditional Dutch harbor and testifies to a remarkable sense of composition, light, and the picturesque beauty of maritime life.
Executed in oil on panel. Signed lower right
Dimensions of the work approx. 17 x 25 cm; with frame approx. 37 × 45 cm.
Provenance: private collection, F. de V., Eindhoven.
Artist biography
Marinus Bies (Aarle-Rixtel, 1894–1975), full name Martinus Johannes Bies, was a Dutch painter and draftsman whose oeuvre is closely linked to the Brabant landscape and, in particular, the Peel. He studied under Arnold Marc Gorter and Jan Kruysen and developed a powerful, freely painted visual language in which landscape, color, 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 at the Rijksmuseum as well. On the occasion of his hundredth birth anniversary, Museum Kempenland Eindhoven organized an exhibition of his oeuvre in 1994. In 2025 his fiftieth death anniversary in the Peel region was commemorated with a series of exhibitions in which his landscape art was central.
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Art Dumay is a professional art company in Nuenen, the Netherlands, with over 25 years of experience in buying, selling and valuing fine art.
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Translated by Google TranslateThis atmospheric and characterful painting depicts a lively harbor scene, where several moored sailing ships and smaller vessels come together against the backdrop of urban buildings. The artist has created a particularly atmospheric composition with loose, bold brushwork and a harmonious color palette of warm browns, ochres, and greenish grays. The tall ship masts establish a rhythmic line pattern and give the work a strong vertical dynamism, while the dark hulls and the subtle reflections in the water add depth and liveliness. Noteworthy is the sketchy treatment of the architecture and the craft, with a few decisive brushstrokes capturing the activity and character of the harbor. The visible brushwork and the beautiful interplay of light and shadow enhance the authentic, somewhat nostalgic atmosphere of the scene. The painting exudes the mood of a traditional Dutch harbor and testifies to a remarkable sense of composition, light, and the picturesque beauty of maritime life.
Executed in oil on panel. Signed lower right
Dimensions of the work approx. 17 x 25 cm; with frame approx. 37 × 45 cm.
Provenance: private collection, F. de V., Eindhoven.
Artist biography
Marinus Bies (Aarle-Rixtel, 1894–1975), full name Martinus Johannes Bies, was a Dutch painter and draftsman whose oeuvre is closely linked to the Brabant landscape and, in particular, the Peel. He studied under Arnold Marc Gorter and Jan Kruysen and developed a powerful, freely painted visual language in which landscape, color, 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 at the Rijksmuseum as well. On the occasion of his hundredth birth anniversary, Museum Kempenland Eindhoven organized an exhibition of his oeuvre in 1994. In 2025 his fiftieth death anniversary in the Peel region was commemorated with a series of exhibitions in which his landscape art was central.
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
Haven
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition
Height
37 cm
Width
45 cm
Depiction/theme
Landscape
Style
Expressionism
Period
1940-1950
