17th May, 2025 11:00
Religious Art Auction Religieuze Kunst
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Madonna and Child, by Edmond Bellefroid (1893–1971)
Netherlands, mid-20th century.
Oil on canvas
Signed lower right "Edm. Bellefroid".
Expressive oil painting depicting the Madonna in close embrace with the Christ Child, seated across her lap. Rendered in a rich impasto technique with fluid brushstrokes and a palette of soft blues, warm flesh tones, and creamy whites. The figures are emotionally connected, with the Virgin’s gentle, solemn expression and the Child’s hand resting against her cheek. Presented in a white painted wooden frame.
Madonna met Kind, door Edmond Bellefroid (1893–1971).
Nederland, midden 20e eeuw.
Olieverf op doek. Gesigneerd rechtsonder “Edm. Bellefroid”. Expressief geschilderde voorstelling van de Madonna met het Christuskind in nauwe omhelzing, zittend op haar schoot. Uitgevoerd in rijke impastotechniek met vloeiende penseelstreken en een kleurpalet van zachte blauwtinten, warme huidtonen en romig wit. De emotionele verbondenheid tussen de figuren wordt versterkt door de ingetogen blik van Maria en het handje van het Kind tegen haar wang. Gevat in een witgeschilderde houten lijst.
80 x 60 cm.
Note:
Guillaume Marie Edmond Bellefroid (1893–1971) was a Dutch painter, ceramist, and industrial designer, recognized as a significant figure in Limburg's art scene during the interwar period. Born in Maastricht, he pursued art studies at the École Saint-Luc in Liège from 1910. Bellefroid's legacy endures through his diverse body of work, spanning painting, ceramics, and industrial design, reflecting his multifaceted talent and impact on Dutch art and design.
Sold for €125
Netherlands, mid-20th century.
Oil on canvas
Signed lower right "Edm. Bellefroid".
Expressive oil painting depicting the Madonna in close embrace with the Christ Child, seated across her lap. Rendered in a rich impasto technique with fluid brushstrokes and a palette of soft blues, warm flesh tones, and creamy whites. The figures are emotionally connected, with the Virgin’s gentle, solemn expression and the Child’s hand resting against her cheek. Presented in a white painted wooden frame.
Madonna met Kind, door Edmond Bellefroid (1893–1971).
Nederland, midden 20e eeuw.
Olieverf op doek. Gesigneerd rechtsonder “Edm. Bellefroid”. Expressief geschilderde voorstelling van de Madonna met het Christuskind in nauwe omhelzing, zittend op haar schoot. Uitgevoerd in rijke impastotechniek met vloeiende penseelstreken en een kleurpalet van zachte blauwtinten, warme huidtonen en romig wit. De emotionele verbondenheid tussen de figuren wordt versterkt door de ingetogen blik van Maria en het handje van het Kind tegen haar wang. Gevat in een witgeschilderde houten lijst.
80 x 60 cm.
Note:
Guillaume Marie Edmond Bellefroid (1893–1971) was a Dutch painter, ceramist, and industrial designer, recognized as a significant figure in Limburg's art scene during the interwar period. Born in Maastricht, he pursued art studies at the École Saint-Luc in Liège from 1910. Bellefroid's legacy endures through his diverse body of work, spanning painting, ceramics, and industrial design, reflecting his multifaceted talent and impact on Dutch art and design.
Auction: Religious Art Auction Religieuze Kunst, 17th May, 2025
Hessink’s Fine Art Auctioneers invites collectors and art enthusiasts to its upcoming Religious Art Auction, taking place on 17 May 2025 at 11:00 AM in Beek, Limburg, Netherlands. This curated event features a distinguished selection of 17th-century religious paintings by renowned Old Masters, alongside exquisite porcelain and ceramics spanning the 18th to 20th centuries.
Highlights include masterful oil paintings reflecting the spiritual artistry of the Dutch Golden Age, as well as rare porcelain pieces showcasing the craftsmanship of internationally acclaimed artists. This auction presents a unique opportunity to acquire significant works that embody the rich heritage of religious art.
Explore a diverse selection of antique religious paintings, porcelain and earthenware figures, and plaques, alongside a stunning collection of modern and contemporary artworks. Whether you're a collector, an institution, or an enthusiast, this auction provides a rare opportunity to acquire sacred and meaningful pieces. Discover timeless treasures that inspire and endure.
Viewing
Viewing days are from Friday till Saturday 9 and 10 May, from 10:00 to 17:00 hours, and Monday till Friday 12 to 16 May from 10:00 to 17:00 hours cet.
