{"title":"Cornelis Buys","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"landschap-met-afgemeerde-schuit-met-vaten-cornelis-buys","title":"Landschap met afgemeerde schuit met vaten - Cornelis Buys","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene rural scene by Cornelis Buys, depicting a boat moored by a farmstead, rendered in pen, ink, and watercolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Cornelis Buys captures a quiet moment in the Dutch countryside. The composition centres on a small boat moored at the water's edge, carrying several wooden barrels. A figure is positioned within the vessel, attending to the cargo, while another individual stands on the bank accompanied by a dog. The scene is framed by traditional farm buildings with thatched roofs, nestled among mature trees that suggest a peaceful, rural environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuys employs a delicate technique, using pen and ink to define the architectural details and the contours of the foliage. The application of watercolour is restrained, relying on a palette of muted earth tones, greys, and soft greens to establish the atmosphere. The water reflects the sky and the surrounding structures, creating a sense of stillness. The artist demonstrates a clear interest in the everyday activities of rural life, a subject that remained popular in Dutch art for centuries. The drawing exhibits a balance between the man-made elements of the farm and the natural surroundings, with the boat serving as a bridge between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is characteristic of the topographical and genre studies produced by Dutch artists during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. It avoids dramatic flair, opting instead for a measured observation of light and form. The use of ink lines provides structure to the composition, while the washes add depth to the trees and the water. The overall effect is one of calm, inviting the viewer to observe the details of the scene, from the texture of the thatch to the ripples on the water surface. It is a fine example of the observational skills required for such studies, where the artist captures the essence of a location through careful draughtsmanship and a subtle approach to colour.\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=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" 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;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cornelis Buys","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58759365984591,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58759428178255,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58759428211023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58759428243791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58759428276559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58759428309327,"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":58759428342095,"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":58759428374863,"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":58759428407631,"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":58759428440399,"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":58759428473167,"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":58759428505935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Landschap-met-afgemeerde-schuit-met-vaten_Poster_CompositorV1_1789233897059.jpg?v=1789235169"},{"product_id":"staand-mannelijk-naakt-op-de-rug-gezien-1e-prijs-1771-cornelis-buys","title":"Staand mannelijk naakt, op de rug gezien (1e prijs 1771) - Cornelis Buys","description":"\u003cp\u003eA prize-winning academic figure study in red chalk by Cornelis Buys, depicting a male nude from the rear, created in 1771.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis academic figure study, executed in red chalk, represents a standard exercise in the training of eighteenth-century artists. The work, titled 'Staand mannelijk naakt, op de rug gezien', earned Cornelis Buys the first prize in 1771. Such drawings were produced within the context of formal art academies, where students spent hours observing live models to master human anatomy, musculature, and the play of light across the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition focuses on the male form from a rear perspective. The figure is shown standing, with one arm raised to support his weight against a vertical surface. This pose allows the artist to examine the tension in the shoulder blades, the curve of the spine, and the definition of the gluteal and leg muscles. The use of red chalk, or sanguine, is characteristic of the period, allowing for subtle gradations of tone and soft modelling of the skin. The background is filled with diagonal hatching, which pushes the figure forward and provides a sense of volume without the need for complex environmental detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuys demonstrates a clear understanding of anatomical structure. The lines are precise, reflecting the disciplined approach required by the academy. The inscription at the top, 'Primum Praemium', confirms the work's status as a prize-winning entry, documenting the artist's early proficiency. The drawing serves as a record of the rigorous technical standards maintained by Dutch art institutions during the late eighteenth century. It remains a clear example of the academic tradition, where the study of the nude was the primary method for developing the skills necessary for history painting and other elevated genres of the time.\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=\"\/fr\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" 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;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/pax-artium-nutrix-francesco-bartolozzi\" 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;\"\u003ePax Artium Nutrix - Francesco Bartolozzi — Francesco Bartolozzi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cornelis Buys","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794235527503,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794254696783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794254729551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794254762319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794254795087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794254827855,"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":58794254860623,"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":58794254893391,"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":58794254926159,"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":58794254958927,"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":58794254991695,"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":58794255024463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Staand-mannelijk-naakt-op-de-rug-gezien-1e-prijs-1771-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789532498483.jpg?v=1789533216"},{"product_id":"zittend-mannelijk-naakt-van-opzij-gezien-3e-prijs-1767-cornelis-buys","title":"Zittend mannelijk naakt, van opzij gezien (3e prijs 1767) - Cornelis Buys","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn academic figure study in chalk by Cornelis Buys, created in 1767 as a prize-winning exercise in anatomical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis academic figure study by Cornelis Buys, dated 1767, captures a seated male nude in profile. The work was produced as a competition piece, evidenced by the inscription '3e Prijs 1767' in the upper left corner. Such drawings were standard exercises within the Dutch art academies of the eighteenth century, designed to demonstrate a student's mastery of anatomy, light, and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is positioned on a block, with one arm raised behind the head and the legs bent, creating a complex arrangement of limbs. Buys employs black and white chalk to model the musculature, using the toned paper to provide a mid-tone that bridges the highlights and deep shadows. The artist focuses on the tension in the torso and the articulation of the joints, reflecting the rigorous training required of students at the time. The background is kept minimal, with subtle shading used to push the figure forward, ensuring the viewer's attention remains on the anatomical accuracy of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a prize-winning study, the drawing displays a high level of technical precision. The handling of the chalk is controlled, allowing for smooth transitions across the skin. The inscription on the block upon which the figure sits further identifies the context of the work, linking it to the formalised education system of the period. This print offers a view into the pedagogical methods of the Dutch art world, where the study of the human form was the primary measure of an artist's capability. The work remains a clear example of the academic tradition, prioritising structural integrity and classical proportions over expressive or narrative content.\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=\"\/fr\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" 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;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-francois-gerard-antoine-jean-gros\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of François Gérard - Antoine-Jean Gros — Antoine-Jean Gros\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cornelis Buys","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58808230740303,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58808254103887,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58808254136655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58808254169423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58808254202191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58808254234959,"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":58808254267727,"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":58808254300495,"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":58808254333263,"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":58808254366031,"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":58808254398799,"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":58808254431567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Zittend-mannelijk-naakt-van-opzij-gezien-3e-prijs-1767-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789670825558.jpg?v=1789671273"},{"product_id":"boslandschap-wooded-landscape-cornelis-buys","title":"Boslandschap (Wooded Landscape) - Cornelis Buys","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed ink and wash study of a wooded scene by Dutch artist Cornelis Buys, featuring gnarled trees and a solitary figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Cornelis Buys captures a quiet, wooded scene through the application of ink and wash. The composition centres on a large, gnarled tree, its trunk twisted by age and exposure. The surrounding foliage is rendered with a light touch, creating a sense of depth as the trees recede into the background. A small figure stands to the left, providing scale to the towering oaks and the fallen timber that occupies the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuys employs a restrained palette of greys, browns, and muted greens, typical of the period's focus on atmospheric observation. The ink lines define the structure of the branches and the texture of the bark, while the wash adds volume and shadow to the forest floor. This approach allows the viewer to focus on the organic forms of the trees rather than decorative detail. The artist avoids excessive ornamentation, preferring a direct representation of the woodland environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing reflects the Dutch tradition of sketching from nature, where the artist records the specific character of a tree or a patch of forest. The light is soft, suggesting an overcast day, which unifies the various elements of the scene. The fallen log in the foreground acts as a visual anchor, leading the eye from the bottom right towards the standing figure on the left. This piece demonstrates the technical skill required to balance line and tone in a monochromatic medium. It is a study of form and light, capturing the stillness of a forest clearing without unnecessary embellishment. The work remains a clear example of the observational practices common among Dutch draughtsmen of the eighteenth century, who sought to document the natural world with precision and clarity.\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=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" 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;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cornelis Buys","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58972874735951,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58972881387855,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58972881420623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58972881453391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58972881486159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58972881518927,"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":58972881551695,"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":58972881584463,"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":58972881617231,"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":58972881649999,"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":58972881682767,"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":58972881715535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boslandschap-Wooded-Landscape-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790851104994.jpg?v=1790851549"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/cornelis-buys.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}