{"title":"Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriel","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"in-the-month-of-july-paul-joseph-constantin-gabriel","title":"In the Month of July - Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Hague School painting by Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël, capturing the atmospheric light and quiet stillness of a Dutch polder landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePaul Joseph Constantin Gabriël was a central figure of the Hague School, a group of artists who sought to capture the atmospheric qualities of the Dutch countryside. This work, often titled 'In the Month of July', depicts a windmill situated along a polder canal. The composition focuses on the interplay between the solid structure of the mill and the expansive, cloud-filled sky that dominates the upper portion of the canvas.\n\nGabriël employs a palette dominated by earthy tones, greens, and blues to convey the specific light of a Dutch summer day. The reflection of the windmill in the still water of the canal provides a sense of calm, while the loose, painterly application of pigment suggests the movement of clouds and the texture of the surrounding vegetation. The artist avoids excessive detail, preferring to focus on the overall mood and the tonal relationships between the sky and the flat horizon line.\n\nAs a member of the Hague School, Gabriël moved away from the highly polished finish of earlier academic painting. Instead, he favoured a more direct approach, often working outdoors to observe the effects of light and weather. This painting demonstrates his ability to render the quiet, everyday character of the Netherlands without resorting to romanticised idealisation. The presence of the windmill, a traditional element of the Dutch polder, is treated here as a natural component of the environment rather than a symbolic icon. The work remains a representative example of the artist's focus on the tonal nuances of the Dutch lowlands, where the sky and water dictate the visual experience of the terrain.\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\/flowers-large-bouquet-with-three-peonies-henri-fantin-latour\" 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;\"\u003eFlowers, Large Bouquet with Three Peonies - Henri Fantin-Latour — Henri Fantin-Latour\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-fish-charles-francois-daubigny\" 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;\"\u003eThe Fish - Charles-François Daubigny — Charles-François Daubigny\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036118454607,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036120387919,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036120420687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036120453455,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036120486223,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/In-the-Month-of-July_Poster_CompositorV1_1782264306963.jpg?v=1782264586"},{"product_id":"boerenwoningen-aan-het-water-bij-ochtendnevel-paul-joseph-constantin-gabriel","title":"Boerenwoningen aan het water bij ochtendnevel - Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene watercolour by Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël, depicting traditional Dutch farmhouses in the soft, misty light of early morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePaul Joseph Constantin Gabriël was a central figure of the Hague School, a group of artists known for their atmospheric depictions of the Dutch countryside. This watercolour captures a quiet, rural scene defined by the characteristic light and moisture of the Netherlands. The composition focuses on traditional farmhouses situated along a waterway, partially obscured by the soft, diffused light of early morning mist.\n\nGabriël possessed a keen ability to render the subtle tonal shifts of the Dutch polder. The palette is restrained, relying on cool greys, muted greens, and soft ochres to convey the dampness of the air and the stillness of the water. The reflection of the buildings and trees on the surface of the canal adds a sense of depth and tranquillity to the scene. Small, precise details, such as the figures resting near the bank and the birds in flight, provide a human scale to the vast, open horizon.\n\nUnlike the dramatic contrasts found in some nineteenth-century painting, this work prioritises a harmonious, naturalistic observation of the environment. The artist uses the transparency of the watercolour medium to build up layers of light, allowing the white of the paper to suggest the luminosity of the morning sky. This approach reflects the Hague School's dedication to capturing the specific mood of a location rather than merely documenting its physical features. The result is a quiet, contemplative image that invites the viewer to experience the stillness of a rural morning.\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\/flowers-large-bouquet-with-three-peonies-henri-fantin-latour\" 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;\"\u003eFlowers, Large Bouquet with Three Peonies - Henri Fantin-Latour — Henri Fantin-Latour\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-fish-charles-francois-daubigny\" 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;\"\u003eThe Fish - Charles-François Daubigny — Charles-François Daubigny\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036124221775,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036129628495,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036129661263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036129694031,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036129726799,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boerenwoningen-aan-het-water-bij-ochtendnevel_Poster_CompositorV1_1782264619211.jpg?v=1782264780"},{"product_id":"landschap-met-hooiberg-paul-joseph-constantin-gabriel","title":"Landschap met hooiberg - Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn atmospheric etching by Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël, capturing the quiet, expansive beauty of the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis etching by Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël captures the quiet, atmospheric quality characteristic of the Hague School. Gabriël, a central figure in this movement, focused on the Dutch countryside, often depicting the flat, water-rich terrain of the Netherlands with a focus on light and mood rather than topographical precision. \n\nIn this work, the composition is dominated by horizontal lines that suggest the expansive, low-lying horizon typical of the Dutch polders. A small farmhouse and a haystack sit in the middle distance, rendered with economical, expressive marks. The vertical form of a single tree provides a counterpoint to the horizontal expanse, drawing the eye across the scene. The etching technique allows for a range of tonal values, from the deep, dark ink of the foreground to the lighter, more delicate lines that define the sky and the distant horizon. \n\nGabriël was known for his ability to convey the specific humidity and light of the Dutch climate. His approach to printmaking mirrors his painting style, where the focus remains on the interplay between the earth and the atmosphere. The work avoids unnecessary detail, preferring to suggest the essence of the rural environment through texture and line. This print offers a glimpse into the late nineteenth-century Dutch aesthetic, which valued a direct, honest observation of the natural world. The simplicity of the scene invites a contemplative viewing experience, reflecting the artist's deep familiarity with the rural life of his home country.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Joseph Constantin Gabriël","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036135887183,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036141588815,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036141621583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036141654351,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58036141687119,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landschap-met-hooiberg_Poster_CompositorV1_1782264978693.jpg?v=1782265280"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/paul-joseph-constantin-gabriel.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}