Artist | Leo Gestel
Artist Story | Leo Gestel was a Dutch Modernist painter whose eclectic style spanned a variety of mediums and art movements, including Cubism, Expressionism, Futurism, and Post-Impressionism. Despite the dramatic shifts in his artistic approach, his enduring passion for portraiture remained evident throughout his career.
Gestel rose to prominence alongside fellow artist Piet Mondrian when they joined the Parisian avant-garde. Unfortunately, many of Gestel's works were destroyed in a studio fire in 1929, twelve years before his passing. Considering the diversity and talent in his surviving pieces, one can only imagine the lost masterpieces.
Artwork Narrative | 'Four Horses' is an energetic ink and pencil drawing that showcases Gestel's skill for capturing animal forms with expressive lines. The four horses, each created with dynamic strokes, convey movement and energy. This piece reflects his exploration of form and abstraction, contributing to his reputation as a leading figure in Dutch modernism.
The original artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.
Original Medium | Brush and Black Ink
Tones | Warm Neutrals, Beige, Cream, Charcoal
Emotion | Empowerment, Freedom, Energy
Product Details | Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. - Simple, elegant design - Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface - Handmade by specialist picture framers - Delivered ready for hanging.
Collection | Figure and Form
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