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, Dutch, 1626-1679
Title
A River Scene in Winter
Date1653
MediumOil on canvas
Dimensions
45 x 54.7 cm
Signedlower right: J.V.C
Credit LinePurchased, 1888
Object numberNGI.74
DescriptionEven though he was not a professional artist, Jan van de Cappelle was an outstanding painter of marine scenes. His oeuvre also includes some twenty winter scenes that reveal the influence of, among others, Hendrick Avercamp. However, Van de Cappelle’s
works have lower horizons and are more austere in character. A River Scene in Winter shows figures playing kolf. Originating in the Netherlands, this sport is related to modern-day golf.