{"title":"Jan Van Essen","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"rustende-leeuwin-resting-lioness-jan-van-essen","title":"Rustende leeuwin (Resting Lioness) - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1885 study of a resting lioness by Dutch artist Jan van Essen, captured with anatomical precision and a muted, naturalistic palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan van Essen, a Dutch painter known for his focus on animal subjects, produced this study of a resting lioness in 1885. The work demonstrates the artist's technical precision and his interest in the anatomical accuracy of exotic fauna. Van Essen often visited zoological gardens to observe his subjects directly, a practice that allowed him to capture the subtle textures of fur and the specific weight of the animal against the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is restrained, placing the lioness in a recumbent position against a neutral, rocky backdrop. This choice of setting directs the viewer's attention entirely to the animal. The light source is soft, allowing for a detailed rendering of the lioness's coat, from the coarse texture of the mane area to the smoother fur on her flanks. The artist employs a muted palette of ochre, sandy beige, and cool grey tones, which creates a sense of quiet observation. The lioness gazes directly at the viewer, her expression calm yet alert, reflecting the artist's ability to imbue his animal subjects with a sense of individual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Essen was part of a tradition of nineteenth-century painters who sought to document the natural world with scientific rigour. His work avoids the romanticised or overly dramatic portrayals common in other animal paintings of the period. Instead, he provides a grounded, observational study that prioritises form and light. The brushwork is controlled, particularly in the rendering of the lioness's paws and the texture of the stone behind her. This piece is a clear example of the Animalier style, where the primary objective is the faithful representation of the creature in its environment. The work remains a fine example of late nineteenth-century Dutch realism, showcasing the artist's technical skill in capturing the physical reality of his subject.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/hazewindhond-en-een-spaniel-cornelis-saftleven\" 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;\"\u003eHazewindhond en een spaniël - Cornelis Saftleven — Cornelis Saftleven\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58503445381455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58503445446991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58503445545295,"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":58503445578063,"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":58503445643599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Rustende-leeuwin-Resting-Lioness-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786438238981.jpg?v=1787035544"},{"product_id":"landschap-met-groep-jagers-na-de-jacht-op-de-leusderhei-jan-van-essen","title":"Landschap met groep jagers na de jacht op de Leusderhei - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA realistic depiction of a hunting party returning across the Leusderhei, captured in the muted, atmospheric style of the Hague School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan van Essen, a painter associated with the later period of the Hague School, captures a quiet moment of return in this composition. The scene depicts a group of hunters traversing the Leusderhei, a heathland area in the Netherlands, following a day of sport. The figures are rendered with a focus on naturalistic observation, reflecting the artist's interest in the rural life and atmospheric conditions of the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette consists of muted earth tones, characteristic of the Hague School's preference for capturing the grey, overcast light often found in the region. The sky occupies a significant portion of the canvas, filled with soft, diffused clouds that cast a gentle light over the heath. The hunters, dressed in practical attire, are positioned across the middle ground, their forms blending into the surrounding vegetation. A hunting dog accompanies the group, adding a sense of movement to the otherwise still atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Essen was known for his ability to depict animals and rural subjects with technical precision. In this work, the brushwork is controlled, allowing for the textures of the clothing, the fur of the game, and the dry grasses of the heath to emerge through subtle tonal shifts. The composition avoids dramatic flair, opting instead for a balanced, observational approach to the subject matter. The Leusderhei, with its expansive and somewhat desolate character, provides a backdrop that emphasises the scale of the human presence within the natural environment. This piece offers a glimpse into the social and recreational activities of the late nineteenth-century Dutch elite, presented through the lens of a painter deeply familiar with the local terrain and its specific light qualities.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/autumn-ivan-shishkin\" 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;\"\u003eAutumn - Ivan Shishkin — Ivan Shishkin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/oak-isaac-levitan\" 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;\"\u003eOak - Isaac Levitan — Isaac Levitan\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58510560952655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58510561018191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58510561116495,"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":58510561149263,"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":58510561214799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landschap-met-groep-jagers-na-de-jacht-op-de-Leusderhei_Poster_CompositorV1_1786438447663.jpg?v=1787035578"},{"product_id":"het-lossen-van-karren-bij-een-vaart-jan-van-essen","title":"Het lossen van karren bij een vaart - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gestural watercolour and ink study by Jan van Essen, depicting the daily labour of unloading carts by a Dutch canal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Jan van Essen captures a quiet, industrious moment in the Dutch countryside. The scene depicts the unloading of carts beside a canal, a common sight in the rural Netherlands during the late nineteenth century. Van Essen, a member of the Hague School, focuses on the interplay between the working horses, the figures attending to the cargo, and the surrounding environment. The composition relies on a loose, gestural application of ink and watercolour, which conveys the damp, atmospheric quality of the Dutch lowlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist uses a muted palette of earth tones, greys, and soft blues to define the forms of the carts and the canal bank. The horses are rendered with quick, confident strokes, suggesting movement and the weight of their labour. The background features the silhouettes of traditional farm buildings and the masts of boats, which provide context to the canal-side setting. Van Essen avoids excessive detail, preferring to capture the essence of the scene through light and shadow. The paper remains visible in several areas, contributing to the sketch-like quality of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing reflects the broader interest of Hague School artists in the daily lives of rural workers and the specific character of the Dutch terrain. By focusing on the mundane activity of unloading, Van Essen provides a glimpse into the rhythms of agricultural life. The work demonstrates his ability to balance observation with a fluid, expressive technique. It is a study of form and atmosphere, capturing a fleeting moment of activity in a way that feels both immediate and timeless. The composition draws the eye across the canal bank, connecting the figures to the water and the distant structures, creating a cohesive sense of place.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/stadje-aan-een-rivier-jan-weissenbruch\" 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;\"\u003eStadje aan een rivier - Jan Weissenbruch — Jan Weissenbruch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58510637367631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58510637433167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58510637531471,"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":58510637564239,"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":58510637629775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Het-lossen-van-karren-bij-een-vaart_Poster_CompositorV1_1786439170007.jpg?v=1787098440"},{"product_id":"vier-fazanten-four-pheasants-jan-van-essen","title":"Vier fazanten (Four Pheasants) - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour study of four pheasants by Dutch artist Jan van Essen, capturing the birds in various natural poses with a light, observational touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan van Essen was a Dutch painter known for his focus on animal subjects, particularly birds. This study, titled Vier fazanten, demonstrates his ability to capture the posture and movement of pheasants with minimal intervention. The composition is sparse, placing the four birds against a neutral background to draw attention to their physical forms and plumage patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Essen employs a light touch with the brush, using washes of colour to define the bodies of the birds while leaving much of the paper surface visible. The lines are thin and precise, suggesting the anatomy of the pheasants without unnecessary detail. The artist captures the birds in various positions, from the alert stance of the male pheasant on the right to the more relaxed poses of the others. This approach reflects the observational nature of his work, which often involved sketching from life to understand the habits and characteristics of his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is restrained, relying on earthy tones of brown, ochre, and grey, with small accents of red on the head of the prominent male bird. This choice of colour maintains the focus on the natural appearance of the pheasants. As a study, the work offers a glimpse into the artist's process, showing how he prepared for larger compositions by isolating individual figures and testing their forms. The lack of a defined setting allows the viewer to appreciate the technical skill involved in rendering the feathers and the subtle shifts in posture. This print captures the quiet observation characteristic of Van Essen's animal studies, making it a suitable addition for those interested in natural history art or the Dutch tradition of animal painting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58510933066063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58510933131599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58510933229903,"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":58510933262671,"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":58510933328207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vier-fazanten-Four-Pheasants-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786440368693.jpg?v=1787099845"},{"product_id":"huis-met-gesloten-hek-jan-van-essen","title":"Huis met gesloten hek - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate graphite study by Dutch artist Jan van Essen, capturing the quiet architectural form of a house and its closed gate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphite study by the Dutch artist Jan van Essen captures a quiet, domestic scene. The composition focuses on the architectural form of a house partially obscured by foliage and a prominent gate. Van Essen, known for his careful observation of the natural world and rural life, employs a light, precise touch to define the structure of the roof tiles and the wooden elements of the gate. The drawing relies on subtle tonal variations to suggest the play of light across the building facade, rather than heavy shading or dramatic contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a study, the work provides insight into the artist's process. The lines are exploratory, capturing the essential geometry of the house while allowing the surrounding vegetation to remain somewhat loose and gestural. This approach reflects the late nineteenth-century interest in direct observation, where artists sought to record the character of everyday structures with honesty. The muted palette of the graphite on paper emphasises the textural quality of the materials, from the rougher surface of the gate to the smoother planes of the walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan van Essen was a painter and draughtsman who often turned his attention to the Dutch countryside. His work frequently features animals and rural architecture, rendered with a focus on accuracy and atmosphere. This particular drawing demonstrates his ability to find visual interest in mundane subjects. By stripping away colour, the artist directs the viewer's attention to the structural balance and the interplay between man-made forms and the encroaching natural environment. It is a quiet, contemplative piece that documents a specific moment of observation, preserved through the medium of pencil on paper.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rustend-meisje-resting-girl-anton-mauve\" 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;\"\u003eRustend meisje (Resting Girl) - Anton Mauve — Anton Mauve\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rendez-vous-de-chasse-forest-of-fontainebleau-theodore-rousseau\" 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;\"\u003eRendez-vous de chasse, Forest of Fontainebleau - Théodore Rousseau — Théodore Rousseau\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578355192143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578355257679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578355355983,"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":58578355388751,"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":58578355454287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Huis-met-gesloten-hek_Poster_CompositorV1_1787829733277.jpg?v=1787829964"},{"product_id":"dorpsgezicht-village-view-jan-van-essen","title":"Dorpsgezicht (Village View) - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graphite sketch by Jan van Essen depicting a quiet Dutch village street with traditional houses and fences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphite sketch by the Dutch artist Jan van Essen captures a quiet moment in a rural village. The composition focuses on the vernacular architecture of the region, featuring a cluster of modest houses with pitched roofs and prominent chimneys. Van Essen employs a direct, observational approach, using varying pressures of the pencil to define the structural forms of the buildings and the surrounding fences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing reflects the artist's interest in the everyday environment of the Dutch countryside. Rather than seeking dramatic subjects, Van Essen records the simple geometry of the village street, the texture of the wooden structures, and the verticality of the trees. The shading is functional, used primarily to indicate the fall of light across the building facades and to create a sense of depth within the scene. The lines remain visible and unrefined, providing an immediate sense of the artist's hand at work during the creative process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJan van Essen, known for his depictions of animals and rural life, often produced such studies as preparatory work or as independent observations of his surroundings. This piece offers a glimpse into the artist's methodology, showing how he translated three-dimensional space onto a two-dimensional surface through economical mark-making. The absence of excessive detail allows the viewer to focus on the composition and the spatial relationship between the houses and the foreground elements. This print is a reproduction of the original graphite study, preserving the tonal qualities and the character of the pencil strokes on the paper surface. It is a suitable choice for those who appreciate the raw, unmediated quality of preparatory sketches and the quietude of rural life.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rustend-meisje-resting-girl-anton-mauve\" 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;\"\u003eRustend meisje (Resting Girl) - Anton Mauve — Anton Mauve\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rendez-vous-de-chasse-forest-of-fontainebleau-theodore-rousseau\" 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;\"\u003eRendez-vous de chasse, Forest of Fontainebleau - Théodore Rousseau — Théodore Rousseau\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578486624591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578486690127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578486788431,"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":58578486821199,"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":58578486886735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dorpsgezicht-Village-View-_Poster_CompositorV1_1787830680237.jpg?v=1787830944"},{"product_id":"landschap-met-huis-tussen-bomen-achter-hek-jan-van-essen","title":"Landschap met huis tussen bomen achter hek - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graphite sketch by Jan van Essen depicting a rural dwelling behind trees, capturing the spontaneous nature of the artist's observational work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphite sketch by the Dutch artist Jan van Essen captures a rural scene with characteristic economy of line. Van Essen, known for his focus on natural subjects and animal studies, demonstrates here a quick, observational approach to the Dutch countryside. The composition features a small dwelling partially obscured by trees, situated behind a fence, with a foreground suggesting a path or water edge. The artist employs rapid, gestural strokes to define the skeletal forms of the trees and the simple geometry of the building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing retains the original studio stamps, which provide provenance and confirm its origin within the artist's personal collection. Such sketches offer a direct view into the working process of a late nineteenth-century artist, where the priority was the immediate capture of form and atmosphere rather than a polished finish. The lines are fluid and spontaneous, reflecting a focus on the essential structure of the rural environment. The presence of the 'Atelier Jan van Essen' mark indicates that this piece remained in the artist's possession during his lifetime, serving as a study or a private record of a specific location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print preserves the raw quality of the original graphite marks, including the visible texture of the paper and the slight variations in pressure applied by the artist. It is a quiet, understated work that documents the rural character of the Netherlands during the turn of the century. The absence of heavy shading allows the viewer to focus on the rhythmic quality of the lines and the balance of the composition. It is a suitable choice for those who appreciate the unrefined, authentic nature of preparatory drawings and the historical context of the Dutch atelier tradition.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rustend-meisje-resting-girl-anton-mauve\" 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;\"\u003eRustend meisje (Resting Girl) - Anton Mauve — Anton Mauve\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rendez-vous-de-chasse-forest-of-fontainebleau-theodore-rousseau\" 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;\"\u003eRendez-vous de chasse, Forest of Fontainebleau - Théodore Rousseau — Théodore Rousseau\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578515919183,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578549965135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578549997903,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578550030671,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578550063439,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578550096207,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578550128975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578550161743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578550194511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578550227279,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578550260047,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landschap-met-huis-tussen-bomen-achter-hek_Poster_CompositorV1_1787831322679.jpg?v=1787831630"},{"product_id":"kerk-van-ouderkerk-jan-van-essen","title":"Kerk van Ouderkerk - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graphite sketch by Dutch artist Jan van Essen, depicting the church at Ouderkerk with expressive, direct lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphite sketch by the Dutch artist Jan van Essen captures the church at Ouderkerk with an economy of line. Van Essen, known for his focus on natural subjects and rural scenes, employs a direct approach here. The drawing functions as a field study, prioritising the structural silhouette of the church spire against the surrounding trees. The artist uses varied pressure to define the architecture, while the foliage is suggested through quick, rhythmic strokes that convey the texture of bare branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced, with the church positioned centrally at the end of a path. The foreground is rendered with loose, diagonal hatching, which guides the eye toward the building. The handwritten annotation 'Ouderkerk' in the upper right corner confirms the location, providing a sense of immediacy typical of an artist working on location. The lack of heavy shading allows the viewer to observe the artist's process, revealing how he constructed the scene through simple geometric forms and gestural marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Essen's work often reflects the quietude of the Dutch countryside. This piece is no exception, offering a glimpse into the observational habits of a late nineteenth-century artist. The paper retains its original texture, and the graphite marks remain crisp, allowing for a clear reproduction of the artist's hand. This print is suited for those who appreciate the raw, unpolished nature of preparatory sketches. It provides a window into the practice of a draughtsman who valued the clarity of line over elaborate detail. The work remains a modest, honest representation of a specific place, captured during a moment of quiet observation.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rustend-meisje-resting-girl-anton-mauve\" 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;\"\u003eRustend meisje (Resting Girl) - Anton Mauve — Anton Mauve\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rendez-vous-de-chasse-forest-of-fontainebleau-theodore-rousseau\" 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;\"\u003eRendez-vous de chasse, Forest of Fontainebleau - Théodore Rousseau — Théodore Rousseau\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes Cornelis van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578533351759,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578559926607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58578559959375,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578559992143,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578560024911,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578560057679,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578560090447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578560123215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578560155983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578560188751,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58578560221519,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Kerk-van-Ouderkerk_Poster_CompositorV1_1787831538293.jpg?v=1787831825"},{"product_id":"gezicht-door-een-straat-op-een-huis-jan-van-essen","title":"Gezicht door een straat op een huis - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graphite architectural study by Jan van Essen, capturing a quiet street view of a traditional Dutch house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphite study by the Dutch artist Jan van Essen captures a quiet, domestic scene. The composition focuses on the gable end of a traditional house, viewed from the perspective of a narrow street or alleyway. Van Essen employs a direct, observational approach, using simple pencil strokes to define the architectural forms and the play of light across the building surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing demonstrates a clear interest in the vernacular architecture of the Netherlands. The structure features a characteristic stepped or simple gable, a single window, and a chimney stack, all rendered with minimal ornamentation. To the right, the side of an adjacent building creates a strong diagonal line that guides the eye toward the centre of the frame. The artist uses varying pressure to suggest depth and shadow, particularly in the shaded areas of the walls and the texture of the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Essen, known for his animal studies and depictions of the natural world, here turns his attention to the built environment. The sketch lacks the finish of a formal exhibition piece, which allows the viewer to see the artist's process. The lines are deliberate yet fluid, capturing the essential geometry of the scene without unnecessary detail. This work provides a glimpse into the artist's practice of recording his surroundings through quick, precise sketches. The absence of complex shading or colour keeps the focus entirely on the structural arrangement and the spatial relationship between the two buildings. It is a study of form, light, and perspective, typical of the observational sketches produced by artists of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rustend-meisje-resting-girl-anton-mauve\" 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;\"\u003eRustend meisje (Resting Girl) - Anton Mauve — Anton Mauve\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/rendez-vous-de-chasse-forest-of-fontainebleau-theodore-rousseau\" 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;\"\u003eRendez-vous de chasse, Forest of Fontainebleau - Théodore Rousseau — Théodore Rousseau\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Johannes Cornelis van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578582602063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578582667599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578582765903,"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":58578582798671,"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":58578582864207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Gezicht-door-een-straat-op-een-huis_Poster_CompositorV1_1787831685021.jpg?v=1787831922"},{"product_id":"dorpsgezicht-met-vrouw-met-kruiwagen-jan-van-essen","title":"Dorpsgezicht met vrouw met kruiwagen - Jan van Essen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene watercolour and charcoal study of a woman on a rural path, capturing the atmospheric light and rustic charm of the Dutch countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Jan van Essen captures a quiet, rural moment typical of the late nineteenth-century Dutch tradition. The scene depicts a woman pushing a wheelbarrow along a muddy path, framed by traditional cottages with thatched roofs. Van Essen, a member of the Hague School, focuses on the atmospheric qualities of the Dutch countryside, prioritising mood and light over sharp detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition relies on a muted, earthy palette, which is characteristic of the period. The artist employs charcoal to define the structural elements of the architecture and the figure, while watercolour washes provide soft, diffused light across the scene. The wet, uneven ground and the overcast sky suggest a damp day, a common motif in the works of artists associated with the Hague School who sought to capture the everyday reality of rural life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Essen is known for his ability to render the textures of rustic buildings and the soft, grey light of the Netherlands. In this piece, the figure of the woman is integrated into the environment, appearing as a natural part of the village rhythm. The lack of high-contrast colour keeps the focus on the tonal balance and the quietude of the setting. This print offers a view into a period of Dutch art that valued the observation of nature and the simplicity of rural existence, presented here with a delicate touch that preserves the original medium's transparency and texture.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/peasants-house-christian-wilhelm-ernst-dietrich\" 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;\"\u003ePeasant's House - Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich — Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jan van Essen","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58578621104463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578621169999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58578621268303,"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":58578621301071,"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":58578621366607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dorpsgezicht-met-vrouw-met-kruiwagen_Poster_CompositorV1_1787832068649.jpg?v=1787832379"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/jan-van-essen.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}