Blue Gown
painting of woman enjoying painting by Kees van Dongen

G. Boersma
acrylic on masonite
8" x 8" or 20 x 20 cm
2018

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The Dutch painter Kees Van Dongen married Augusta (Guus) Preitinger in 1901 and painted this almost life-sized painting of her the following year. She gazes provocatively through her eyelashes, her hand placed nonchalantly on her hip.

Working with areas of solid colour and bold contrasts is a typical feature of this artist’s work. The painting was directly inspired by Van Gogh’s bright colours and expressive brushwork.

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kind regards, Gerard

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