{"title":"Jac Van Looij","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"klaverbloemen-jac-van-looij","title":"Klaverbloemen - Jac van Looij","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate, atmospheric study of clover flowers by Dutch artist Jac van Looij, rendered in a soft, tonal palette of greens and muted purples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJac van Looij, a Dutch painter and writer, produced this study of clover flowers during a period when his work moved away from strict realism towards a more atmospheric, tonal approach. The composition focuses on the humble clover, rendered with a soft, painterly touch that prioritises mood over precise botanical documentation. The canvas is dominated by a muted, earthy green palette, which provides a unified ground for the scattered white and pale purple blossoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Looij employs a technique that allows the texture of the canvas to remain visible, adding a tactile quality to the surface. The brushwork is loose and impressionistic, capturing the fleeting nature of the meadow floor. Rather than creating a deep, perspectival view, the artist presents a flattened, almost decorative arrangement of flora. This approach reflects the influence of the Hague School and the broader European interest in capturing the transient effects of light and colour in nature. The presence of a single dandelion seed head in the upper left corner introduces a subtle narrative element, suggesting the passage of time and the cycle of growth within the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work demonstrates Van Looij's ability to find beauty in common, overlooked subjects. By isolating a small patch of clover, he invites the viewer to observe the subtle variations in tone and form that exist within a seemingly uniform green space. The painting avoids dramatic contrast, opting instead for a harmonious balance of cool greens and soft, desaturated floral hues. It is a quiet, contemplative piece that captures the essence of a Dutch meadow without the need for grand scale or complex narrative. The work remains a fine example of late nineteenth-century Dutch painting, where the focus shifted towards the subjective experience of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/man-on-a-horse-edward-mitchell-bannister\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMan on a Horse - Edward Mitchell Bannister — Edward Mitchell Bannister\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/brown-and-gold-lillie-in-our-alley-james-abbott-mcneill-whistler\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBrown and Gold: Lillie \"In our Alley!\" - James Abbott McNeill Whistler — James Abbott McNeill Whistler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jac van Looij","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479781609807,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479790522703,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479790555471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479790588239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479790621007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479790653775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479790686543,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479790719311,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479790752079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479790784847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479790817615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479790850383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Klaverbloemen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786342718946.jpg?v=1786761830"},{"product_id":"gevelsteen-met-de-heilige-ursula-in-het-begijnhof-in-amsterdam-jac-van-looij","title":"Gevelsteen met de heilige Ursula in het Begijnhof in Amsterdam - Jac van Looij","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Jac van Looij depicting a historic gable stone of Saint Ursula found in the Begijnhof, Amsterdam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist and writer Jac van Looij depicts a gevelsteen, or gable stone, located within the Begijnhof in Amsterdam. The subject is Saint Ursula, traditionally shown protecting her followers beneath her cloak. Van Looij, a member of the Tachtigers movement, demonstrates a precise, observational approach to this architectural detail. The work captures the relief sculpture with a focus on the interplay of light and shadow across the stone surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is framed within a rectangular border, mimicking the physical setting of the stone set into the brickwork of the historic courtyard. Van Looij employs varied hatching techniques to suggest the texture of the weathered stone and the surrounding masonry. The central figure of Saint Ursula stands with a calm, monumental presence, while the smaller figures huddled beneath her mantle provide a sense of scale and narrative depth. The inclusion of the inscription 'St URSULA' at the base identifies the subject clearly, consistent with the tradition of documenting urban heritage through printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a writer and artist, Van Looij possessed a keen eye for the character of Amsterdam. His work often reflects a quiet, contemplative engagement with the city's history. This print serves as a record of a specific piece of Dutch cultural history, preserved through the medium of etching. The paper shows signs of age, including foxing, which adds to the historical character of the piece. The lines are delicate yet firm, reflecting the artist's technical proficiency in the medium. This print is an example of the interest in local history and architectural preservation that occupied many artists of the late nineteenth century in the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jac van Looij","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479831056719,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479853601103,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479853633871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479853666639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479853699407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479853732175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479853764943,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479853797711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479853830479,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479853863247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479853896015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479853928783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gevelsteen-met-de-heilige-Ursula-in-het-Begijnhof-in-Amsterdam_Poster_CompositorV1_1786343915858.jpg?v=1786762821"},{"product_id":"gevelsteen-met-het-jaartal-1663-jac-van-looij","title":"Gevelsteen met het jaartal 1663 - Jac van Looij","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed ink study of a seventeenth-century Dutch gable stone by Jac van Looij, capturing the architectural ornament and historical date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing by the Dutch artist Jac van Looij depicts a gevelsteen, or gable stone, bearing the date 1663. Gable stones were common features in Dutch architecture during the seventeenth century, functioning as house signs or markers of construction dates. They were often carved from sandstone or limestone and placed above the entrance or within the facade of a building to identify the property or its owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Looij captures the sculptural quality of the stone with precise ink lines. The central cartouche, which houses the date, is framed by scrollwork typical of the period. The artist employs cross-hatching to create depth and shadow around the stone, separating the relief from the surrounding wall surface. The rendering reflects a documentary approach, common among artists interested in preserving the architectural heritage of the Netherlands. The work functions as a visual record of a specific historical detail, stripped of its original context and presented as a singular object of study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced, focusing entirely on the ornamental form of the stone. The surrounding paper remains largely empty, which directs the viewer's attention to the texture of the carving and the calligraphic nature of the numerals. Van Looij, known for his literary and artistic contributions to the Tachtigers movement, demonstrates here a keen eye for the material culture of his country. This print offers a glimpse into the historical aesthetics of Dutch urban design, providing a clear view of the decorative elements that once defined the streetscapes of the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nude-on-a-red-sofa-william-james-glackens\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNude on a Red Sofa - William James Glackens — William James Glackens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/duin-aan-zee-carl-bloch\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDuin aan zee - Carl Bloch — Carl Bloch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jac van Looij","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479886467407,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479893610831,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479893643599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479893676367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479893709135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479893741903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479893774671,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479893807439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479893840207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58479893872975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58479893905743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58479893938511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gevelsteen-met-het-jaartal-1663_Poster_CompositorV1_1786344245361.jpg?v=1786763740"},{"product_id":"portret-van-de-schilder-maurits-van-der-valk-jac-van-looij","title":"Portret van de schilder Maurits van der Valk - Jac van Looij","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1896 lithographic portrait of Dutch painter Maurits van der Valk by Jac van Looij, originally published in De Kroniek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithographic portrait depicts the Dutch painter Maurits van der Valk, captured by his contemporary and friend, Jac van Looij. Produced in 1896, the work appeared as a supplement to the Dutch weekly publication De Kroniek. The print belongs to a series of portraits commissioned by the magazine, which sought to document the figures of the Dutch cultural scene during the late nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Looij employs a monochromatic, warm-toned ink that provides a sense of intimacy and immediacy. The composition focuses on the subject from the chest up, presenting Van der Valk in a relaxed, contemplative state. He is shown wearing spectacles and holding a pipe, elements that suggest a scholarly or bohemian lifestyle common among the artists of the Tachtigers movement. The artist uses fine, hatched lines to model the features of the face, creating a sense of volume and texture in the skin and the fabric of his jacket. The bow tie adds a touch of period-specific formality, contrasting with the informal act of smoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe framing of the portrait is simple, with a rectangular border that contains the image, while the text at the top identifies the series and the date. Van Looij, who was also a writer, possessed a keen ability to capture the psychological presence of his subjects. This portrait avoids excessive ornamentation, relying instead on the precision of the draughtsmanship to convey the character of the sitter. The work remains a clear example of the graphic output of the Dutch Symbolist period, where the focus shifted toward the subjective experience and the quiet observation of the individual. It offers a direct look at the artistic community in the Netherlands at the turn of the century, preserved through the medium of the printed page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arbeider-bij-een-vuur-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eArbeider bij een vuur - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jac van Looij","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58479982313807,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58480000237903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58480000270671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58480000303439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58480000336207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58480000368975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58480000401743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58480000434511,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58480000467279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58480000500047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58480000532815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58480000565583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-de-schilder-Maurits-van-der-Valk_Poster_CompositorV1_1786345476711.jpg?v=1786765636"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/jac-van-looij.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}