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Dutch painter Leo Gestel, born November 22, 1881 in Woerden and died November 26, 1941 in Hilversum, was a master of several art movements. His work reflected elements of impressionism, pointillism, fauvism, cubism, futurism and expressionism, and he additionally held the title of fresco artist, illustrator and lithographer.
Gestel's abilities in the field of art unfolded at a young age. He received his first drawing lessons from his father, Willem Gestel, a renowned painter and director of the Avondteekenschool in Woerden. His uncle Dimmen Gestel, a printer and painter who maintained a close relationship with Vincent van Gogh, also contributed to Gestel's education. Even before he embarked on his own path as a painter, Gestel designed advertisements for his uncle and illustrated magazines and books. His educational career included teaching at the "Rijksnormaalschool" and later, from 1900 to 1903, at the evening class of the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts in Amsterdam.
Gestel found a source of inspiration for his art in the idyllic landscape of Bergen. He spent most summers in the city, and between 1921 and 1924 he was a resident in a thatched-roof house designed by his friend, the architect L. Streefkerk, at Buerweg 4. During these years he made extended trips to Dresden and Sicily to further hone his skills. Unfortunately, many of his works fell victim to a fire in 1929, but over five thousand paper-based works survived and are now managed by the Dutch Instituut Collectie Nederland.
Gestel's work contributed significantly to the development of Cubism and Expressionism in the Netherlands. Despite persistent health problems beginning in his thirties, his contribution to the art world was immense. His influences reach far beyond the Netherlands, and art prints of his work are a perfect addition to anyone's collection who appreciates high-quality artwork steeped in history. Gestel's expressive and dynamic art captures the diversity and depth of his talent, making his artwork highly sought after pieces.
Dutch painter Leo Gestel, born November 22, 1881 in Woerden and died November 26, 1941 in Hilversum, was a master of several art movements. His work reflected elements of impressionism, pointillism, fauvism, cubism, futurism and expressionism, and he additionally held the title of fresco artist, illustrator and lithographer.
Gestel's abilities in the field of art unfolded at a young age. He received his first drawing lessons from his father, Willem Gestel, a renowned painter and director of the Avondteekenschool in Woerden. His uncle Dimmen Gestel, a printer and painter who maintained a close relationship with Vincent van Gogh, also contributed to Gestel's education. Even before he embarked on his own path as a painter, Gestel designed advertisements for his uncle and illustrated magazines and books. His educational career included teaching at the "Rijksnormaalschool" and later, from 1900 to 1903, at the evening class of the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts in Amsterdam.
Gestel found a source of inspiration for his art in the idyllic landscape of Bergen. He spent most summers in the city, and between 1921 and 1924 he was a resident in a thatched-roof house designed by his friend, the architect L. Streefkerk, at Buerweg 4. During these years he made extended trips to Dresden and Sicily to further hone his skills. Unfortunately, many of his works fell victim to a fire in 1929, but over five thousand paper-based works survived and are now managed by the Dutch Instituut Collectie Nederland.
Gestel's work contributed significantly to the development of Cubism and Expressionism in the Netherlands. Despite persistent health problems beginning in his thirties, his contribution to the art world was immense. His influences reach far beyond the Netherlands, and art prints of his work are a perfect addition to anyone's collection who appreciates high-quality artwork steeped in history. Gestel's expressive and dynamic art captures the diversity and depth of his talent, making his artwork highly sought after pieces.