Willem Bastiaan Tholen

Willem Bastiaan Tholen, born in 1860 in Amsterdam and died in 1931 in The Hague, was a Dutch painter known for his landscapes and cityscapes. His works are celebrated for their atmospheric effects and detailed realism, capturing the essence of Dutch life and nature. Influenced by the Impressionist movement and his contemporary George Hendrik Breitner, Tholen's technique involved a refined and luminous approach to composition and color, conveying the harmony and tranquility of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the elegance and charm of the landscape, making him a notable figure in late 19th and early 20th-century Dutch painting.