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Summer landscape with castle

Creator: Frederik Marinus Kruseman
Offered by: Peter van Os Antiques & Fine Art

Description
The painting depicts a serene and picturesque scene of a castle on the water.
The castle is surrounded by trees and hills in the background and has a tower that stands out against the sky.
The water reflects the light and colors of the landscape, creating a harmonious contrast.
In the right foreground a group of fishermen sit in a boat with their nets and tools. There is a woman with 3 children sitting in front of the castle. Another woman stands on the bridge.
In the fields people go home on horseback with dogs. The painting captures the beauty and tranquility of nature, as well as the simple and honest life of the workers.

Provenance:
* Private Collection Belgium
* Mak van Waay Amsterdam 5-6-1973, lot 156

FREDERIK MARINUS KRUSEMAN (November 12, 1816 – May 7, 1882)

Frederik Marinus Kruseman was a Dutch painter of the 19th century, born in Haarlem. He is considered a leading member of the Romantic painting movement in the Netherlands and is known for his beautiful landscapes, historical scenes and portraits.

Early years
Kruseman grew up in an artistic family. His father, Jan Adam Kruseman, was a noted portrait painter, and this early exposure to art formed the basis of his own artistic development. At an early age he showed a remarkable talent for painting, and his father encouraged him to further develop his skills.

At the age of nineteen, Kruseman entered the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Amsterdam, where he received his artistic training. During his studies, he was inspired by the Romantic movement, which sought to express emotion and imagination in art. These influences would greatly influence his later work.

Inspiration
Kruseman made several trips through Europe, including to Germany and Italy, where he was inspired by nature, architecture and historic landscapes. These travels contributed to the diversity of his work and gave him new perspectives on color and composition.

Debut exposition
In 1843, Kruseman made his debut at the Exhibition of Living Masters in The Hague, which led to recognition and appreciation for his artistic talent. He developed into a valued artist and his work was regularly exhibited at home and abroad.

Portraits
Kruseman was adept not only at painting romantic landscapes, but also at capturing the human soul in portraits. He managed to capture emotion and depth, making his portraits more than just realistic representations of his subjects.

Founder
In addition to his painting activities, Kruseman was also involved in the founding of the Haarlem Etching Club in 1856, where artists came together to explore the art of etching.

Legacy
Frederik Marinus Kruseman died at the age of 65 on May 7, 1882, but his artistic legacy lives on. His works can still be admired in museums and private collections, and they testify to the profound influence that this romantic painter had on Dutch art history.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	Bottom left Signed and dated 1851
Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Oil on canvas
Condition:	Good. Perfect condition
Creation Date:	1851
Styles / Movements:	Impressionism, Other
Book References:	Publication ‘Fredrik Marinus Kruseman 1816-1882 : painter of pleasing landscapes' A biography with a catalogue raisonné’, (Schiedam, Scriptum Signature, 1998).
Dealer Reference #:	23904
Incollect Reference #:	708418