{"title":"Martinus Van Regteren Altena","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"brug-met-houten-leuning-over-een-sloot-martinus-van-regteren-altena","title":"Brug met houten leuning over een sloot - Martinus van Regteren Altena","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Martinus van Regteren Altena depicting a rural bridge over a ditch, captured with precise line work and atmospheric depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by Martinus van Regteren Altena captures a quiet, rural scene characteristic of the Dutch countryside at the turn of the twentieth century. The composition focuses on a small bridge with a simple wooden railing, which spans a narrow ditch. The artist employs a dense network of etched lines to define the textures of the wooden structure, the surrounding vegetation, and the reflective surface of the water below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Regteren Altena demonstrates a keen eye for the interplay of light and shadow in this work. The sky is rendered with horizontal hatching, providing a sombre backdrop that contrasts with the more chaotic, organic lines used to depict the trees and the bank. The presence of a small brick arch beneath the bridge adds a structural element to the otherwise naturalistic setting. The house visible in the background, partially obscured by trees, suggests a domestic presence within the rural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the etching medium, the artist uses the needle to create varying degrees of pressure and depth. The resulting print possesses a tactile quality, where the ink sits upon the paper to convey the dampness of the ditch and the weathered nature of the wood. This work reflects the broader interest among Dutch artists of the period in documenting the modest, everyday aspects of their national geography. By focusing on a functional, unpretentious bridge, the artist invites the viewer to observe the subtle details of a common rural passage. The print is a fine example of the technical precision and atmospheric sensitivity that defined the artist's graphic output during his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/sketch-near-ridderkerk-holland-alexander-shilling\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSketch Near Ridderkerk Holland by Alexander Shilling\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/houten-brug-bij-een-ruine-gillis-van-scheyndel-i\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHouten brug bij een ruïne - Gillis van Scheyndel (I) by Gillis van Scheyndel\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/martinus-van-regteren-altena\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Martinus van Regteren Altena →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Martinus van Regteren Altena","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58691744694607,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58691748528463,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58691748561231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58691748593999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58691748626767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58691748659535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58691748692303,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58691748725071,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58691748757839,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58691748790607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58691748823375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58691748856143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Brug-met-houten-leuning-over-een-sloot_Poster_CompositorV1_1788693654880-q80.jpg?v=1792435207"},{"product_id":"boer-uit-laren-martinus-van-regteren-altena","title":"Boer uit Laren - Martinus van Regteren Altena","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed graphite portrait of a farmer from Laren, capturing the character and weathered features of the subject with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphite study, Boer uit Laren, captures the weathered features of a farmer from the Laren region in the Netherlands. Martinus van Regteren Altena employs a precise, observational approach to document the subject, focusing on the textures of age etched into the skin. The lines around the eyes, the furrowed brow, and the set of the mouth communicate a sense of lived experience. The artist uses light shading to define the contours of the face, allowing the paper surface to remain visible and contribute to the overall tone of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Laren School, with which the artist is associated, often turned its attention to the rural life of the Gooi region. Artists in this circle sought to record the character of the local population, moving away from idealised depictions toward a more direct, honest representation of their subjects. This portrait reflects that objective, presenting the farmer without artifice or embellishment. The composition is tight, focusing entirely on the head and shoulders, which directs the viewer's attention to the psychological presence of the man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall spots of foxing are visible on the original paper, which add to the historical character of the piece. The drawing demonstrates a high level of technical control, with subtle variations in pressure creating depth and volume. It is a quiet, contemplative work that captures a specific moment in the social history of the Dutch countryside. By focusing on the individual, the artist provides a window into the daily reality of the agricultural community at the turn of the twentieth century. This print reproduces the original graphite marks with clarity, maintaining the integrity of the artist's hand and the nuances of the original sketch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/nanny-of-ivan-the-terrible-konstantin-makovsky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNanny of Ivan the Terrible by Konstantin Makovsky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bonne-femme-de-normandie-johann-georg-wille\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBonne Femme de Normandie by Johann Georg Wille\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/martinus-van-regteren-altena\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Martinus van Regteren Altena →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Martinus van Regteren Altena","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58749421945167,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58749437083983,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58749437116751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58749437149519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58749437182287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58749437215055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58749437247823,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58749437280591,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58749437313359,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58749437346127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58749437378895,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58749437411663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/packshot_Poster_1791982233046.jpg?v=1791982236"},{"product_id":"stilleven-met-wijnfles-en-knoflook-martinus-van-regteren-altena","title":"Stilleven met wijnfles en knoflook - Martinus van Regteren Altena","description":"\u003cp\u003eA monochromatic etching by Martinus van Regteren Altena, depicting a wine bottle and garlic bulbs with expressive, textured line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Dutch artist Martinus van Regteren Altena presents a quiet, domestic scene. The composition focuses on a wine bottle positioned beside two bulbs of garlic, all resting upon a draped surface. The artist employs a dense network of vertical and horizontal lines to define the forms, creating a textured surface that suggests the weight of the objects and the folds of the fabric beneath them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features a rectangular element, possibly a framed work or a wall panel, which provides a structural counterpoint to the organic shapes of the garlic. Van Regteren Altena uses the etching process to explore light and shadow through varying densities of line work. The dark, vertical hatching behind the bottle pushes the subject forward, while the lighter, more erratic strokes on the table surface suggest the uneven texture of the cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Regteren Altena was a versatile artist, known for his graphic work and his ability to capture atmosphere through minimal means. This print demonstrates his technical proficiency with the etching needle, where the pressure and spacing of the marks dictate the tonal range of the image. The work avoids unnecessary detail, focusing instead on the essential geometry of the objects. The result is a study in form and shadow, typical of the turn-of-the-century interest in the expressive potential of printmaking. The plate mark is visible, framing the composition and grounding the objects within the space of the paper. 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