Jan Toorop (1858-1928) - Sister Reinilda and the Nun
Two lithographs of Nuns after originals by Jan Toorop made in 1914 and 1923
faces despite dating virtually so much the same. Same sister?
1. "Sister Reinilda"
1923
24 x 21 cm
sits loose on cardboard with two pieces of tape, and foil in front of it. (Photos)
signed and dated 1914 in place
2. "the Nun"
1914
in lieu of signed
21 x 27 cm
are both in passe partout fitted with window.
Johannes Theodorus (Jan) Toorop (1858 - 1928) was one of the most important Dutch visual artists of the period 1880-1910.
Initially he painted in impressionist style, but through pointillism he developed into a symbolist painter.
He was also active as a portrait artist and designed ceramics, advertising posters and book bindings.
Dutch art nouveau is often associated with his work.
In the last 20 years of his life, he was strongly Roman Catholic inspired.