Stukadoorszoon, jager, reclamemaker, illustrator, vader, schilder, kortom tekenend verteller rien poortvliet heeft mijn beeld van een kabouter. By rien poortvliet alltime favourite book on horses. Rien poortvliet was a dutch painter known for his hyperrealistic drawings and paintings of wildlife. Its always a good thing to be alone with your thoughts for awhile. Buy the farm book by rien poortvliet online at alibris uk. Rien poortvliet 19321995 is an artist born in 1932 the oldest auction result ever registered on the website for an artwork by this artist is a drawingwatercolor sold in 1986, at sothebys, and the most recent auction result is a painting sold in 2018. This calendar can be hung up, so you will be surprised at the top page every month by nice gnome plate, at the bottom you will always find the calendarium. Within the sphere of the fantasy geek, i was most drawn to the complete world authors like tolkien, authors who didnt just create characters and plots but entire worlds, cultures, and linguistic systems.
Art by rien poortvliet dierlijke schilderijen, dieren tekeningen, wilde dieren kunst. He gladly stepped into nature and then started painting all that beautiful in his studio. Rien poortvliet was a dutch painter draughtsman and painter. Paintings and sketches of farm life and the animals on and around the farm. The binding is tight and not even completely opened. I will include a story card which gives you additional information into the life of the farm gnome. But if you are trying to choose between this one and some of his others, like dogs or life in holland, pass on this book. The artists life, written and painted by himself 1983 isbn 0517415356. Saved from rien poortvliet discover ideas about wildlife paintings. Rien poortvliet s most popular book is secrets of the gnomes. Vintage art print by rien poortvliet gnome elf david and lisa 80s frogs fantasy world fantasy art david the gnome kobold vintage art prints dutch artists fairy art magical creatures faeries beautiful watercolour painting of gnomes looking after frogs during winter. Since he also was a lover of nature and a passionate hunter, he also made illustrations for books about hunting. Rien poortvliet 19321995 was probably the best wildlife artist ever. Many of his paintings are about hunting, farm life and animals in all shapes and sizes.
Buy het brieschend paard 01 by rien poortvliet isbn. All party and holiday days are included in this calendar. Creator of gnomes, dogs and dutch treat, dutch artist poortvliet tackles the biblical story of noah and the flood in this oversize, lavishly produced album. The farm book, my grandfathers house or dutch treat are a good. If you are not familiar with his work i suggest picking up one of his books, the farm book, my grandfathers house or dutch treat are a good place to start. Rien poortvliet s has become known to the public with books like.
See more ideas about book images, the farm book and dutch painters. New clear protective sheet intact, over dust cover. Rare flambrothe farm gnome, klaus wickl poortvliet 92. His love and mastery of the human and animal form are without equal.
With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow. We watch as noah and his family build the ark with a big wooden crane, then see how the animals adjust to cramped conditions on the boat, until they finally go forth onto dry land. Rien poortvliet best known for his gnomes book, if you can find the sandman out of print, snap it up, its incredible. Follow rien poortvliet and explore their bibliography from s rien poortvliet author page. I didnt really enjoy this book as some of rien s other work. Rien poortvliet is best known for the book gnomes, written by wil huygen, but there is far more to the work of rien poortvliet in fact, there are over 250 books featuring artwork by rien poortvliet in some capacity, not to mention all of the calendars, tins, figures, plates, cups, postcards and many more items. Rien poortvliet is the author of secrets of the gnomes 4. Present time gives 18% of their items net price to the brain research foundation. The farm book people can be divided into two groups. Rien took more pleasure in the work he did on the side for several publishers. Illustration by rien poortvliet from the fantastic book gnomes, which i read as a kid and thought they were real and lived on my farm, because that book was so amazing. The beautiful artwork reminds us of the complexity of nature and the sparse, but poignant text gives glory to the creator and warns us of the folly of mankind in decimating species from the. The stirring events and drama of noahs ark provide renowned dutch artist rien poortvliet with a wide scope for his unique drawing talents. Rien poortvliet is an outstanding artist, and his illustrations are so full of life.
To ask other readers questions about the farm book, please sign up. The book is centered in the netherlands, and the place of horses in the dutch culture. We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. In te hooi en te gras blikt rien poortvliet met heimwee terug op. Farm book by poortvliet abebooks passion for books. He understood as no other the art of bringing you into contact with the beauty. Gnomes is a great 70s, realistwatercolorillustrated, cryptozoologistfantasy that started the whole popular craze of the tiny, redduncecapped, earthdwelling folk called gnomes. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Rien poortvliet was just the best wildlife painter artist ever. Rien poortvliet s horses is an exceptional book, not to be overlooked by anyone with an interest in horses, or superb art. David the gnome book jewelry mini paintings various artists gnomes mythology fairy tales whimsical folk. Rien poortvliets most popular book is secrets of the gnomes. All rien poortvliet books with gnomes, and wildlife paintings farm book by rien poortvliet hardcover for sale online the farm book rien poortvliet see more. Licensed to youtube by merlin pias on behalf of usura.
Mostly an art book of the beautiful paintings of rien poortvliet, this is a tribute to all god has given us, especially the diversity of the animal kingdom. He painted intricate works in earth tones from either life or memory, never using photographs. Jan 14, 2014 rien poortvliet 19321995 was probably the best wildlife artist ever. He is most famous for his book of gnomes but had many other books including journey to the ice age, noahs ark, the living forest and he was one of us. Best known for his wildlife paintings and gnome children and made a fantastic painted book about jesus life. Rien poortvliet illustrated childrens books in his spare time, since the end of the 1950s. His iconic images of the disappearing culture of rural europe are human, earthy, and full of wisdom. Keen perception combined with artistic accuracy make all his books delightful. In the us dutch artist rien poortvliet is probably best known for his book of gnomes. The living forest includes deer, foxes, rabbits, birds, not. The living forest includes deer, foxes, rabbits, birds, not to mention beautiful landscapes. Historical artists 20th century illustration, armand cabrera, art and influence, art books, oil painting, rien poortvliet, watercolor painting 10 comments. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Poortvliet is the bestselling author of gnomes and secrets of the gnomes.
Rien poortvliet in the us dutch artist rien poortvliet is probably best known for his lavishly illustrated books on gnomes. Winter farm scene rien poortvliet illustratie kunst, illustraties, dieren. He was the first artist i ever came across that produced books that seemed to be based on sketches loosely built around a theme. Noahs ark, first american edition rien poortvliet on. This book fascinated me as a kid my dad was an engineer, so i was drawn to the technical drawings, diagrams, and labels. The last picture shows the figure as it appeared in the book of gnomes, illustrated by rien poortvliet.
See more ideas about dutch artists, gnomes and faeries. Having seen rien poortvliets book he was one of us and the amazing sketches and paintings of jesus life, i was interested in seeing how he approached the study of animals. Rien poortvliet a storyteller in drawings documentary. Rien poortvliet a storyteller in drawings documentary rien poortvliet. Farm book by rien poortvliet and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy the farm book by rien poortvliet online at alibris. Rien poortvliet, dutch artist and illustrator well worth remembering. Rien poortvliet was a dutch draughtsman and painter. Things of beauty i like to see animal portraits by rien poortvliet dutch. Written as a field guide on the habits and habitat of these wee folk who would later take over gardens the world around.
Born in schiedam, he was best known for his drawings of animals and for gnomes in the famous series of books provided with text by wil huygen and published by harry n. All rien poortvliet books with gnomes, and wildlife paintings. See more ideas about art, dutch artists and animal paintings. Always get the latest updates, news and information. Farm book by poortvliet abebooks shop for books, art. View rien poortvliet biographical information, artworks upcoming at auction, and sale prices from our price archives. Sadly unlike the rudolf koivus storybook, which i still cherish, this book got worn out over time due to its nature. This is a short interview from 1994 other interviews at. Born on august 7, 1932 in schiedam, holland, poortvliet was an autodidactic artist who began his career working for an advertising agency. Rien poortvliets horses by rien poortvliet, rien portvliet. Rien poortvliet, netherland, 19321995 was probably the best wildlife artist ever.
See more ideas about horses, dutch artists and dutch painters. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters. The small dutch farm shown here by rien poortvliet, of gnomes fame, depicts a way of life. If you are like me and have to have all his books, by all means, get it. Rien poortvliet has 87 books on goodreads with 8600 ratings. Rien poortvliet 19321995 was a dutch painter draughtsman and painter. Learn about the artist and find an indepth biography, exhibitions, original artworks, the latest news, and sold auction prices. Historical artists 20th century illustration, armand cabrera, art and influence, art books, oil painting, rien poortvliet, watercolor painting post navigation previous previous post. But his real passion was to create paintings of everyday life on a farm, and sceneries depicting a hunters experiences. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Kabouters feesten rien poortvliet wildlife paintings. Buy he was one of us by rien poortvliet online at alibris. Dutch painter and illustrator rien poortvliet was best known for his drawings of animals and for gnomes in the famous series of books by wil huygen, published by harry n. Rien poortvliet artwork for sale at online auction rien. Those who love nature are fond of the work of rien poortvliet. Hours of patient waiting and watching in the woods of his homeland gave him sensitivity, insight, and an intimate relationship with his subjects that few artists can match. It looks new, other than very slight bumps on the upper and lower right hand corners owl and mouse. This includes personalizing content and advertising. I met a dutch woman and told her he was my favorite artist. The farm book by rien poortvliet a treasury of gorgeous art. In hay and grass, rien poortvliet looks back on the traditional farm and rural life.
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