{"title":"Richard Roland Holst","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vrouw-op-een-landweg-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst","title":"Vrouw op een landweg - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quiet, atmospheric lithograph from 1887 depicting a solitary figure on a rural path, rendered with soft tonal gradations and a contemplative mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst, titled Vrouw op een landweg, captures a quiet, atmospheric moment in the Dutch countryside. Created in 1887, the work reflects the artist's early engagement with tonal values and the expressive potential of printmaking. The composition centres on a solitary figure walking along a path, surrounded by the soft, diffused light of a rural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoland Holst employs a delicate use of shadow and light to create a sense of mood rather than a precise topographical record. The heavy, dark mass of the tree on the left balances the composition, drawing the eye toward the distant horizon where faint silhouettes of structures, perhaps windmills, emerge from the haze. The texture of the lithographic stone allows for subtle gradations of grey, which contribute to the overall feeling of stillness and introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of the Dutch Symbolist movement, Roland Holst often sought to convey internal states through external scenes. In this piece, the isolation of the figure on the road suggests a narrative of solitude or quiet contemplation. The lack of sharp detail encourages the viewer to focus on the interplay between the dark foreground and the lighter, more ethereal background. This print demonstrates the artist's technical skill in manipulating ink to achieve a painterly quality, a characteristic that would continue to define his work throughout his career. The piece remains a fine example of late nineteenth-century Dutch graphic art, where the focus shifted toward the emotional resonance of the subject matter.\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\/la-belle-jardiniere-december-eugene-grasset\" 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;\"\u003eLa Belle Jardinière - December - Eugène Grasset — Eugène Grasset\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-breeze-that-guides-the-beings-is-also-in-the-spheres-odilon-redon\" 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 Breeze that Guides the Beings is also in the Spheres - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Roland Holst","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58376197308751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58376197374287,"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":58376197472591,"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":58376197505359,"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":58376197570895,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vrouw-op-een-landweg_Poster_CompositorV1_1785766910758.jpg?v=1785768866"},{"product_id":"two-women-walking-in-a-snowy-landscape-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst","title":"Two Women Walking in a Snowy Landscape - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine lithograph by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst depicting two figures walking through a quiet, snow-covered winter scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst captures a quiet, wintry scene. Two figures, dressed in dark, heavy garments, walk along a path beside a frozen or still body of water. The surrounding trees, stripped of their leaves, are rendered with fine, delicate lines that suggest the brittle nature of a cold season. The composition relies on a contrast between the dark silhouettes of the women and the pale, expansive snow that covers the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoland Holst was a significant figure in the Dutch art world at the turn of the twentieth century. His work often leaned towards Symbolism, prioritising mood and atmosphere over strict realism. In this print, the stillness of the environment creates a sense of introspection. The trees in the background are drawn with a repetitive, rhythmic quality, which provides a sense of depth while maintaining a flat, decorative surface. The sky is filled with dense, horizontal hatching, which adds a heavy, overcast texture to the upper portion of the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the graphic arts, Roland Holst utilised the lithographic medium to explore tonal variations. The print demonstrates his ability to manage light and shadow through line work alone, avoiding the need for colour to convey the chill of the winter air. The figures are positioned to draw the viewer into the scene, encouraging a focus on the quiet interaction between the individuals and their environment. This work is representative of the period's interest in melancholic, nature-based subjects, often used to reflect internal states of mind. The print remains a clear example of the artist's technical precision and his preference for structured, rhythmic compositions.\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\/and-i-saw-an-angel-come-down-from-heaven-having-the-key-of-the-bottomless-pit-and-a-great-chain-in-his-hand-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 I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/mercury-hans-thoma\" 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;\"\u003eMercury - Hans Thoma — Hans Thoma\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Roland Holst","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58378287743311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58378287808847,"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":58378287907151,"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":58378287939919,"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":58378288005455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Two-Women-Walking-in-a-Snowy-Landscape_Poster_CompositorV1_1785785334703.jpg?v=1785786772"},{"product_id":"arbeider-met-brandende-fakkel-en-opgeheven-vinger-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst","title":"Arbeider met brandende fakkel en opgeheven vinger - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful lithograph by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst depicting a worker with a torch, reflecting the social and political climate of the late 1890s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst captures a moment of intense social agitation. The composition centres on a weathered worker, his face etched with lines of experience, who holds a burning torch while gesturing with a raised finger. His posture suggests a call to action or a warning. Behind him, other figures emerge from the shadows, their faces partially obscured, creating a sense of collective movement or shared purpose. The use of high-contrast black and white ink emphasises the dramatic play of light from the torch, which illuminates the primary figure while leaving the background in deep gloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoland Holst was a significant figure in the Dutch art scene at the turn of the twentieth century. His work often engaged with the social conditions of the working class, reflecting the political climate of the era. This print demonstrates his mastery of lithographic techniques, using varied pressure to create textures in the clothing and the flickering flames. The style leans into the symbolic, where the torch acts as a clear signifier of enlightenment, protest, or the spark of revolution. The inclusion of text fragments on the right side of the print suggests its original context as a piece of graphic design or illustration for a publication, likely related to socialist or labour movements of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist avoids unnecessary detail, focusing instead on the expressive power of the figures and the stark atmosphere. The composition is tight, forcing the viewer to confront the urgency of the worker's gesture. By stripping away extraneous elements, Roland Holst directs attention to the human element of political struggle. This piece remains a clear example of how graphic arts were utilised to communicate complex social messages during the late nineteenth century in the Netherlands.\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\/and-i-saw-an-angel-come-down-from-heaven-having-the-key-of-the-bottomless-pit-and-a-great-chain-in-his-hand-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 I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/mercury-hans-thoma\" 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;\"\u003eMercury - Hans Thoma — Hans Thoma\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Roland Holst","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58378643374415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58378643439951,"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":58378643538255,"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":58378643571023,"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":58378643636559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Arbeider-met-brandende-fakkel-en-opgeheven-vinger_Poster_CompositorV1_1785789650247.jpg?v=1785790742"},{"product_id":"ex-libris-van-adriaan-roland-holst-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst","title":"Ex libris van Adriaan Roland Holst - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Art Nouveau bookplate design by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst, featuring a stylised moonlit coastal scene in a circular format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis circular bookplate, or ex libris, was designed by the Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst for his nephew, the poet Adriaan Roland Holst. The composition reflects the aesthetic principles of the turn of the century, blending symbolic imagery with the clean, linear qualities associated with the Art Nouveau movement. Within the circular frame, the artist depicts a stylised coastal scene, featuring a crescent moon suspended above a dark horizon line. Below, a craggy rock formation emerges from the water, providing a sense of grounded weight to the ethereal sky above. The lettering, which follows the curve of the border, is integrated into the design, demonstrating the artist's focus on the unity of text and image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Nicolaüs Roland Holst was a significant figure in the Dutch art world, known for his work in graphic design, illustration, and mural painting. His style often incorporated elements of symbolism and a disciplined approach to form, which is evident in the balanced arrangement of this small-scale work. The use of a circular format creates a self-contained world, a common motif in personal bookplates of the period. The contrast between the dark, solid shapes of the rock and the lighter, more fluid lines of the moon and waves creates a visual tension that draws the eye to the centre of the print. This piece serves as a clear example of the artist's ability to distil complex themes into a compact, graphic form. It reflects the broader interest in personal identity and the craft of book collecting that defined the era, where the ex libris became a medium for artistic expression and individual character.\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\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" 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;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/fruit-alphonse-mucha\" 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;\"\u003eFruit - Alphonse Mucha — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Roland Holst","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58379149246799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58379149312335,"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":58379149410639,"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":58379149443407,"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":58379149508943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ex-libris-van-Adriaan-Roland-Holst_Poster_CompositorV1_1785796506197.jpg?v=1785798049"},{"product_id":"omslagontwerp-voor-de-architect-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst","title":"Omslagontwerp voor: De Architect - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1911 lithographic cover design by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst for the Dutch journal De Architect, featuring classical motifs and Art Nouveau styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithographic cover design by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst, created in 1911 for the Dutch publication De Architect, demonstrates the artist's engagement with the Symbolist and Art Nouveau movements. Roland Holst was a significant figure in the Dutch decorative arts, known for his work in book design, murals, and stained glass. His style often incorporated classical motifs with a linear, rhythmic quality that defined the aesthetic of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured within a rigid, architectural frame, reflecting the subject matter of the journal. At the centre, a classical urn sits atop a pedestal, flanked by stylised, flame-like foliage. A serpent coils at the base, while a female figure stands to the right, her posture and drapery echoing the fluid lines common in turn-of-the-century graphic arts. The inclusion of a small mouse in the lower-left corner adds a curious, narrative detail to the otherwise formal arrangement. The typography is integrated into the design, with the title and editorial information occupying the upper and lower registers of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoland Holst utilised a monochromatic palette, printed here on a warm, fibrous paper stock that provides a tactile quality to the print. The work is characteristic of the Dutch graphic tradition of the early twentieth century, which sought to unify text and image into a cohesive visual statement. The balance between the heavy, geometric borders and the organic, flowing forms of the central illustration creates a sense of order and mystery. This print offers a glimpse into the editorial design standards of the era, where the cover was treated as a space for artistic expression rather than mere information. It remains a clear example of the graphic output of the Architectura et Amicitia society, for whom Roland Holst frequently produced design work.\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\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" 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;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/fruit-alphonse-mucha\" 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;\"\u003eFruit - Alphonse Mucha — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Roland Holst","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58380522946895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58380523012431,"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":58380523110735,"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":58380523143503,"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":58380523209039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Omslagontwerp-voor_-De-Architect_Poster_CompositorV1_1785821534899.jpg?v=1785822386"},{"product_id":"bandontwerp-voor-louis-couperus-majesteit-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst","title":"Bandontwerp voor: Louis Couperus, Majesteit - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1893 book cover design by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst for Louis Couperus's novel Majesteit, featuring Art Nouveau floral motifs and regal iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphic design by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst serves as a book cover proposal for the 1893 novel Majesteit by the Dutch author Louis Couperus. The work displays the characteristic linear discipline of the Dutch Art Nouveau period, often referred to as Nieuwe Kunst. Holst employs a symmetrical layout, framing the typography with stylised floral motifs that climb the vertical margins. The composition integrates regal iconography, including a crown, a sword, and an orb, which directly reference the thematic content of Couperus's narrative regarding monarchy and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing is executed with precise ink lines on a neutral-toned paper. The lettering is integrated into the decorative scheme, with the initial letters of the title and author's name featuring subtle floral embellishments. The bottom section contains the publisher's details, L.J. Veen, Amsterdam, rendered in a clear, block-style font that balances the more decorative elements above. Handwritten annotations at the base of the sheet provide insight into the production process, indicating instructions for the printer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHolst was a significant figure in Dutch graphic arts, known for his ability to synthesise symbolic content with clean, modern design principles. This piece demonstrates his approach to book production as a unified aesthetic object, where the cover design functions as an extension of the literary work. The use of negative space and the controlled application of ink reflect the influence of international design movements of the late nineteenth century, adapted to the specific requirements of Dutch publishing houses. The work remains a clear example of the transition from traditional book illustration to the modern graphic design practices that defined the turn of the 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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" 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;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/dents-du-midi-in-clouds-ferdinand-hodler\" 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;\"\u003eDents du Midi in Clouds - Ferdinand Hodler — Ferdinand Hodler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Richard Roland Holst","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58397384343887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58397384409423,"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":58397384507727,"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":58397384540495,"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":58397384606031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Bandontwerp-voor_-Louis-Couperus-Majesteit_Poster_CompositorV1_1786011356922.jpg?v=1786015647"},{"product_id":"de-nacht-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst","title":"De nacht - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking Symbolist lithograph by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst, featuring a cloaked figure within a decorative, geometric frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe nacht (The Night) is a lithographic work by the Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst. Produced during the late nineteenth century, this piece reflects the aesthetic concerns of the Symbolist movement. The composition features a central, cloaked figure, rendered with heavy, stylised drapery that obscures the face, suggesting a personification of night or a meditative state. The figure sits within a distinct, lobed frame, which separates the subject from the surrounding decorative border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on muted blues, greens, and earthy tones to evoke a nocturnal atmosphere. The background incorporates celestial motifs, including small stars and a crescent moon, which are arranged in a flat, graphic manner. The border itself is highly structured, featuring repeating geometric and organic patterns that echo the influence of the Arts and Crafts movement on European graphic arts of the period. Roland Holst was known for his interest in the synthesis of text and image, often working on book illustrations and posters where the decorative frame played a functional role in the overall design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print demonstrates the artist's preference for clear, bold outlines and a flattened pictorial space. By avoiding realistic shading in favour of graphic simplification, the work prioritises mood and symbolic resonance over anatomical accuracy. The figure appears isolated, creating a sense of stillness that aligns with the introspective themes common in Dutch Symbolist art. 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