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WILLEM DOLPHYN |Still Life, Pitcher and Pipe, 1981
Oil on Panel
60 x 50 cms / 23 ½ x 19 ¾ inches
Willem Dolphyn’s Still Life, Pitcher and Pipe (1981) exemplifies the rich tradition of Flemish oil painting, showcasing his exquisite attention to detail. The warm patina of the earthenware pitcher, the delicate transparency of the glass and the rich textures of the pipe and metal canister harmoniously balance one another, creating a meticulously composed still life painting. Light and shadow interact with remarkable precision, enhancing depth and evoking a timeless sense of quiet contemplation.
Instantly recognisable as the master of still life painting in Antwerp, Willem Dolphyn has created some of the finest canvases ever produced in this historic city over the last eighty years.
Demonstrating the sheer technical virtuosity in the handling of light, texture and atmosphere, his works contain a rich purity which sets them apart from others.
Willem gained a great deal of experience and professional knowledge from his father Victor, who was a teacher at the Academy and the founder of the new Classic School of Traditional painting.
This developed Willem’s keen understanding of composition, detail and colour.
Since his first solo show in 1968, Willem’s paintings have been exhibited widely in Europe and Asia.
Among his many achievements, the highlight was his appointment as Ambassador of Arts for the City of Antwerp.
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