Bernard J. De Hoog (Dutch 1862-1943)
Entertaining A Visitor
Oil on canvas, signed lower right "Bernard de Hoog" titled on the front on the frame
Provenance: Succession de ML, Westmount QC
Size: 30 h x 24 w in (with frame: 41 h x 35 w in)
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Born in Amsterdam in 1867, Bernard de Hoog studied under J.F. Hulk and J.C. van Essen at the Quellinus School in Amsterdam. He was a follower of The Hague School, a group of painters active in The Hague between 1860 and 1890 who reacted against the previous mood of romanticism and aspired to render what they saw realistically.
Increased industrialization and urbanization during the second half of the 19th century created an interest in sentimental and nostalgic scenes. De Hoog’s paintings reflect the demand for these works and were popular in his lifetime. He exhibited outside of Holland including shows at the English Royal Academy. His work can be found in museums worldwide and he has a distinguished place among Holland’s modern painters.
This particular example is one of De Hoog’s finest works - the child peeking from behind his mother’s skirt is delightful and an unusually intimate rendering for the artist.
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