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Oil Painting by Hendricus Joseph Dillens "A Country Marriage"
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Oil Painting by Hendricus Joseph Dillens "A Country Marriage"

19th century
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Oil Painting by Hendricus Joseph Dillens "A Country Marriage" 1812 - 1872 Hendricus Joseph Dillens was a Belgian artist born in Ghent. He painted historical and domestic costume drama scenes in the old Dutch tradition. Died in Brussels. Oil on panel 1854. Title above door

height 27" x width 36"

Dimensions framed:

height 38" x width 47"

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Physical Dimensions
Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
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Walton House Antiques has dated this Framed Antique Oil Painting to the 19th Century.

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SA1177668
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NL981
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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

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Oil Painting by Hendricus Joseph Dillens "A Country Marriage" 1812 - 1872 Hendricus Joseph Dillens was a Belgian artist born in Ghent. He painted historical and domestic costume drama scenes in the old Dutch tradition. Died in Brussels. Oil on panel 1854. Title above door
fig 1. A framed 19th-century oil painting depicting an outdoor village wedding celebration set within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 1. Oil Painting by Hendricus Joseph Dillens "A Country Marriage"

height 27" x width 36"

Dimensions framed:

height 38" x width 47"

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Framed Antique Oil Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177668
Dealers Internal Ref
NL981
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

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Oil Painting by Hendricus Joseph Dillens "A Country Marriage"

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A framed 19th-century oil painting depicting an outdoor village wedding celebration set within an ornate gilded frame.
Oil Painting by Hendricus Joseph Dillens "A Country Marriage"
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A framed 19th-century oil painting depicting an outdoor village wedding celebration set within an ornate gilded frame.
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Genre painting captures scenes of daily life, depicting ordinary people engaged in common activities, domestic settings, or rural celebrations. Popularised during the 17th century in the Low Countries, this genre saw a significant revival in 19th-century Europe with heightened narrative detail and romanticised realism.

Paintings from this era were typically executed with oil pigments suspended in drying oils on stretched linen or cotton canvas. Frames were traditionally carved from timber and covered with composition ornament, coated in gesso, and finished with gold leaf gilding.

Authentic pieces often show natural age-related craquelure across the paint surface and feature hand-stretched canvas secured with iron tacks or wooden keys. Signatures, artist monograms, and period-specific framing hardware or framer labels on the reverse also aid in identification.

Position the artwork as a focal point above a mantelpiece, console, or sideboard to contrast classic artistry with clean modern lines. Complement the gilded frame with warm timber furniture, muted wall shades, or brass lighting fixtures to integrate it seamlessly into contemporary spaces.

Display the canvas away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent cracking and canvas warp. Dust the frame and paint surface gently with a soft dry brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or harsh chemicals that could damage the gilding or varnish.
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