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Spinner Lady Manner of Quirijn Van Brekelenkamp Dutch Interior Panel Painting C1800 Oil Portraits
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Spinner Lady Manner of Quirijn Van Brekelenkamp Dutch Interior Panel Painting C1800 Oil Portraits

19th century
Description

DUTCH SCHOOL GOLDEN AGE WORK

[ Manner Of Quirijn Van Brekelenkamp ]

This is an original oil painting on oak panel by an unknown Dutch artist, produced in a close “ manner “ and style to examples painted by artist Brekelenkemp during the 17th century, but has been painted by a follower of his style after the artists death and likely during the following 18th century.

Impressive work estimated 18th Century Oil Painting depicting a lady spinning wool, oil on oak panel mounted in later ebonized frame with gilt slip , bearing a label Verso dated 29.08.88 for Christies Amsterdam [ Cost €8200 Euros 32 Years Ago] this equated to £5300 back in 1988 ( exchange rate 1 EUR = 0.6513 GBP )

ABOUT

Quirijn or Quiringh Gerritsz van Brekelenkam (1622/29, Zwammerdam – 1669/79, Leiden),[1] was a Dutch Baroque genre painter. He probably studied under Gerard Dou, and as a result his paintings from the 1640s and 1650s are similar to those of the Leiden fijnschilders.

Walther Bernt writes about Brekelenkam: “His numerous depictions of workshops, kitchens and taverns have a distinctly individual style;

CONDITION

Fine quality painting, past full professional restoration.Frame having signs of old worm which has been long dead.Overall very good order in deed for over 200 years of age.

Highly collectable early art with the label as provenance by Christie’s that will only increase in value, a fine potential investment.

The last image is in black and white and has been specially lightened to allow the hidden detail to be more easily seen underneath the darkened areas.

FRAMED MEASUREMENTS:

Height: 15.75 Inches ( 40 cm )

Width : 17 Inches ( 43 cm )

DELIVERY: UK £50 / Europe £95 / USA & Asia £175

TELEPHONE : 07765 856171

Quote Ref: 0864

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art has dated this Antique Dutch Panel Painting to the 1800s.

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SA1162740
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0864
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Description
DUTCH SCHOOL GOLDEN AGE WORK

[ Manner Of Quirijn Van Brekelenkamp ]

This is an original oil painting on oak panel by an unknown Dutch artist, produced in a close “ manner “ and style to examples painted by artist Brekelenkemp during the 17th century, but has been painted by a follower of his style after the artists death and likely during the following 18th century.

“
Impressive work estimated 18th Century Oil Painting depicting a lady spinning wool, oil on oak panel mounted in later ebonized frame with gilt slip , bearing a label Verso dated 29.
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art

08.88 for Christies Amsterdam [ Cost €8200 Euros 32 Years Ago] this equated to £5300 back in 1988 ( exchange rate 1 EUR = 0.6513 GBP )

fig 1. Framed oil painting on panel depicting a woman seated beside an open window spinning yarn in a dark interior.
fig 1. Spinner Lady Manner of Quirijn Van Brekelenkamp Dutch Interior Panel Painting C1800 Oil Portraits

ABOUT

Quirijn or Quiringh Gerritsz van Brekelenkam (1622/29, Zwammerdam – 1669/79, Leiden),[1] was a Dutch Baroque genre painter. He probably studied under Gerard Dou, and as a result his paintings from the 1640s and 1650s are similar to those of the Leiden fijnschilders.

fig 2. Framed oil painting on panel depicting a woman seated beside an open window spinning yarn in a dark interior.
fig 2. Spinner Lady Manner of Quirijn Van Brekelenkamp Dutch Interior Panel Painting C1800 Oil Portraits

Walther Bernt writes about Brekelenkam: “His numerous depictions of workshops, kitchens and taverns have a distinctly individual style;

CONDITION

Fine quality painting, past full professional restoration.Frame having signs of old worm which has been long dead.Overall very good order in deed for over 200 years of age.

fig 3. Framed oil painting on panel depicting a woman seated beside an open window spinning yarn in a dark interior.
fig 3. Spinner Lady Manner of Quirijn Van Brekelenkamp Dutch Interior Panel Painting C1800 Oil Portraits

Highly collectable early art with the label as provenance by Christie’s that will only increase in value, a fine potential investment.

The last image is in black and white and has been specially lightened to allow the hidden detail to be more easily seen underneath the darkened areas.

FRAMED MEASUREMENTS:

Height: 15.75 Inches ( 40 cm )

Width : 17 Inches ( 43 cm )

DELIVERY: UK £50 / Europe £95 / USA & Asia £175

TELEPHONE : 07765 856171

Quote Ref: 0864

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art has dated this Antique Dutch Panel Painting to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1162740
Dealers Internal Ref
0864
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Framed oil painting on panel depicting a woman seated beside an open window spinning yarn in a dark interior.
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  • ObjectOil Paintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleDutch School
  • MaterialOil on Wood Panel, Dark Wooden Frame
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSpinning wheel, Interior genre scene, Chiaroscuro lighting, Moulded wood frame
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This original oil painting on an oak wood panel belongs to the Dutch School from the 1800 period, following the style of Quirijn van Brekelenkamp. The composition employs dramatic chiaroscuro lighting to depict an interior genre scene featuring a woman seated by an open window with a spinning wheel. The artwork is finished in dark brown tones and mounted within a dark wooden frame with stepped mouldings and a pale inner slip. The surface shows fine quality with past full professional restoration, and the frame exhibits signs of old dead woodworm. The piece measures 40 cm high, 43 cm wide, and 5 cm deep in overall dimensions. Positioned in a gentleman's library style scheme, the artwork works best placed above a sideboard on a wall where the moody atmospheric tones receive complementary illumination. The painting brings historical depth and traditional genre subject matter to an interior, suiting classic and period room schemes. The compact proportions allow flexible placement in medium-sized spaces while maintaining a focal point through the contrasting dark palette and luminous window light.

Dutch genre painting traditionally depicts scenes from everyday life, focusing on domestic interiors, working artisans, and subtle play of natural light. These works feature quiet, contemplative subjects performing household tasks, rendered in rich, earth-toned colour palettes.

Artisans typically executed these paintings using oil paint applied to seasoned wooden panels, frequently oak or poplar. The wood surface was prepared with a smooth gesso ground before laying down layers of translucent oil glaze to create atmospheric depth.

Identification involves inspecting the reverse of the wooden panel for hand-planed tool marks, timber shrinkage, or historical framing labels. Specialists also analyse craquelure patterns in the paint surface, pigment composition, and brushwork techniques under magnification.

A classical oil painting creates a refined focal point when paired with contemporary minimalist furnishings or structured dark timber architecture. Placing the artwork in a quiet study or above a sideboard highlights its tonal depth and historical character.

Keep the panel painting in a stable environment away from direct sunlight, radiators, or dampness to prevent the timber from warping. Dust the frame and surface gently with a dry microfibre brush, avoiding liquid cleansers or water.
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