Dionys Van Dongen (Dutch, 1748-1819). 'Dordrecht', several b...

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£1,000 - £1,500

Dionys Van Dongen (Dutch, 1748-1819).
'Dordrecht', several boats sailing from the harbour of Dordrecht, signed, oil on board, 34x 48 cm, mounted in a wood and gilt frame with plaque.
Provenence: Sothebys, with shipping label verso.

Note: Van Dongen was born in Dordrecht, and was initially taught by his father who was also an artist. He painted primarily marine art and genre art. In 1771 he settled in Rotterdam and painted flower still lifes and landscapes. He often painted copies of old masters.