Wall Panel with Orchids c. 1892
gerritwillemdijsselhof
abstract expressionism
abstract painting
impressionist landscape
possibly oil pastel
fluid art
acrylic on canvas
watercolour bleed
watercolour illustration
munch-inspired
watercolor
"Wall Panel with Orchids" is a watercolor painting by Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof, executed around 1892 and currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork showcases Dijsselhof's mastery of watercolor, as he uses subtle washes of blue, brown, and yellow to depict orchids against a dynamic background filled with swirling patterns and abstract shapes. The delicate lines and contrasting color palettes create a sense of depth and movement, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of nature through an artistic lens. This piece exemplifies Dijsselhof's interest in the natural world and his innovative approach to capturing its essence through an expressive and painterly style.
Comments
In the first half of the 1890s Dijsselhof experimented with drawings done in Indian ink and watercolour on large sheets of paper. He incorporated these drawings in the wood panelling that he designed for interiors. He took abstraction furthest in Orchids; flowers can just barely be made out amid a whirlwind of forms and colours.
Join the conversation
Join millions of artists and users on Artera today and experience the ultimate creative platform.