{"title":"Nicolaas Baur","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"s-lands-oorlogsschip-amsterdam-voor-de-westerlaag-op-het-ij-voor-amsterdam-nicolaas-baur","title":"'s Lands oorlogsschip 'Amsterdam' voor de Westerlaag op het IJ voor Amsterdam - Nicolaas Baur","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed marine painting by Nicolaas Baur depicting the Dutch warship 'Amsterdam' navigating the turbulent waters of the IJ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicolaas Baur, a Dutch painter active during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, specialised in maritime subjects. This work depicts the Dutch warship 'Amsterdam' positioned near the Westerlaag on the IJ, a body of water historically significant to the city of Amsterdam. The composition captures the vessel amidst choppy waters, with smaller craft navigating the turbulent surface in the foreground. Baur demonstrates a precise understanding of naval architecture, rendering the rigging and hull of the warship with technical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe atmospheric conditions are a primary element of the painting. The sky is filled with heavy, rolling clouds that suggest an approaching weather system, casting shifting light across the water. The palette is dominated by cool greys, deep blues, and muted earth tones, which reflect the typical conditions of the Dutch coast. Baur employs a traditional approach to marine art, balancing the technical requirements of ship portraiture with the dramatic potential of the sea and sky. The movement of the waves is conveyed through energetic brushwork, contrasting with the relative stability of the larger vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaur was known for his ability to document the maritime activity of his era, often focusing on the interaction between human-made vessels and the natural environment. This painting provides a view into the naval history of the Netherlands, showing the types of ships that frequented the busy waters near the capital. The work avoids unnecessary embellishment, opting instead for a clear, observational style that was common among Dutch marine artists of the period. By focusing on the specific location of the Westerlaag, Baur anchors the scene in a recognisable geography, providing a record of the maritime environment as it appeared in the early nineteenth century.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/man-in-a-tropical-forest-standing-by-water-johannes-christiaan-d-arnaud-gerkens-1\" 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;\"\u003eMan in a Tropical Forest, Standing by Water - Johannes Christiaan d' Arnaud Gerkens — Johannes Christiaan d' Arnaud Gerkens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/que-viene-el-coco-francisco-de-goya\" 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;\"\u003eQue viene el Coco - Francisco de Goya — Francisco de Goya\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nicolaas Baur","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794485416271,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794491117903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794491150671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794491183439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794491216207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794491248975,"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":58794491281743,"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":58794491314511,"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":58794491347279,"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":58794491380047,"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":58794491412815,"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":58794491445583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/s-Lands-oorlogsschip-Amsterdam-voor-de-Westerlaag-op-het-IJ-voor-Amsterdam_Poster_CompositorV1_1789542479577.jpg?v=1789542651"},{"product_id":"the-bombardment-of-algiers-nicolaas-baur","title":"The Bombardment of Algiers - Nicolaas Baur","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic maritime scene depicting the 1816 naval bombardment of Algiers by a combined British and Dutch fleet, rendered in a sombre, atmospheric style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis maritime work by Nicolaas Baur depicts the naval engagement known as the Bombardment of Algiers, which occurred on 27 August 1816. The action involved a combined British and Dutch fleet, commanded by Lord Exmouth and Vice-Admiral Theodorus Frederik van Capellen, against the fortifications of Algiers. The objective was to suppress the slave trade and secure the release of European captives held in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaur captures the atmospheric intensity of the conflict through a dramatic use of light and shadow. The scene is dominated by heavy, dark clouds of smoke that billow across the horizon, obscuring the sky and creating a sense of chaotic movement. In the foreground, the ships are rendered with precision, their rigging and hulls silhouetted against the glow of the distant fires. The water reflects the sombre tones of the sky, broken only by the orange flicker of the burning fortifications in the background. The composition draws the eye across the expanse of the sea, balancing the static presence of the vessels with the kinetic energy of the battle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Dutch painter, Baur was well-versed in the traditions of maritime art, yet this piece moves beyond simple documentation. He employs a palette of deep greys, browns, and muted ochres to convey the gravity of the event. The scale of the ships relative to the vast, smoke-filled atmosphere emphasises the scale of the naval operation. This print offers a view into the historical narrative of early nineteenth-century naval warfare, capturing the tension between the technological might of the fleet and the destructive power of the artillery. It remains a significant example of how maritime artists of the period interpreted contemporary military history through the lens of dramatic realism.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/twilight-in-the-wilderness-frederic-edwin-church\" 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;\"\u003eTwilight in the Wilderness - Frederic Edwin Church — Frederic Edwin Church\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/master-meyrick-william-henry-meyrick-in-ruffled-infants-dress-john-hoppner\" 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;\"\u003eMaster Meyrick (William Henry Meyrick in ruffled infant's dress) - John Hoppner — John Hoppner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nicolaas Baur","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810068631887,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810086064463,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810086097231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810086129999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810086162767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810086195535,"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":58810086228303,"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":58810086261071,"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":58810086293839,"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":58810086326607,"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":58810086359375,"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":58810086392143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Bombardment-of-Algiers_Poster_CompositorV1_1789675686983.jpg?v=1789697560"},{"product_id":"wintergezicht-te-harlingen-nicolaas-baur","title":"Wintergezicht te Harlingen - Nicolaas Baur","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed watercolour by Nicolaas Baur depicting a frozen canal in the Dutch town of Harlingen, filled with figures and traditional vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicolaas Baur, a Dutch painter active during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, is recognised for his precise depictions of maritime and urban subjects. This watercolour captures a winter scene in the port town of Harlingen. The composition focuses on the frozen canal, which serves as a social space for local residents, while the surrounding architecture and moored vessels provide a sense of place and historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaur employs a muted palette to convey the atmospheric conditions of a cold, overcast day. The sky occupies a significant portion of the frame, filled with soft, grey-blue clouds that suggest the chill of the season. The buildings, rendered with architectural accuracy, feature the characteristic stepped gables of the region, lightly dusted with snow. The ships, with their masts and rigging, create vertical lines that contrast with the horizontal expanse of the ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreground, figures are engaged in various winter activities, including skating and walking. These small, animated details bring the scene to life, offering a glimpse into the daily routines of the period. The artist demonstrates a high level of control over the medium, using thin washes to build up the forms of the buildings and the subtle reflections on the ice. The work reflects the Dutch tradition of winter scenes, a genre that has long occupied a position in the national art history. Baur’s approach is observational and measured, prioritising clarity and topographical accuracy over dramatic interpretation. This print offers a view into the historical character of Harlingen, preserving the appearance of the town as it existed in the early nineteenth century.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/twilight-in-the-wilderness-frederic-edwin-church\" 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;\"\u003eTwilight in the Wilderness - Frederic Edwin Church — Frederic Edwin Church\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/master-meyrick-william-henry-meyrick-in-ruffled-infants-dress-john-hoppner\" 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;\"\u003eMaster Meyrick (William Henry Meyrick in ruffled infant's dress) - John Hoppner — John Hoppner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nicolaas Baur","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810081771855,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810100810063,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810100842831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810100875599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810100908367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810100941135,"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":58810100973903,"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":58810101006671,"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":58810101039439,"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":58810101072207,"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":58810101104975,"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":58810101137743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wintergezicht-te-Harlingen_Poster_CompositorV1_1789676290529.jpg?v=1789698178"},{"product_id":"s-lands-fregat-rotterdam-op-de-maas-voor-rotterdam-nicolaas-baur","title":"'s Lands fregat 'Rotterdam' op de Maas voor Rotterdam - Nicolaas Baur","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed marine painting by Nicolaas Baur depicting the frigate 'Rotterdam' on the River Maas, rendered with technical precision and atmospheric light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicolaas Baur, a Dutch painter active during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, specialised in the depiction of maritime subjects. This work captures the frigate 'Rotterdam' positioned upon the River Maas. The composition focuses on the vessel as it sits in calm waters, with its sails partially furled. Baur demonstrates a precise approach to naval architecture, documenting the rigging and hull structure with technical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is set against a low horizon, typical of Dutch marine art, which allows the expansive sky to occupy a significant portion of the canvas. The atmospheric conditions are rendered with soft, diffused light, creating gentle reflections on the water surface. Smaller craft, including a rowing boat filled with figures, provide a sense of scale and activity around the larger ship. In the distance, the faint silhouette of the city of Rotterdam is visible, grounding the maritime subject in a specific geographic location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaur was known for his ability to balance the technical requirements of ship portraiture with the aesthetic conventions of the period. The palette is restrained, relying on cool greys, blues, and earthy tones to convey the quietude of the river environment. The painting reflects the maritime traditions of the Netherlands, where the relationship between the city and its waterway remained a central theme for artists. By documenting specific vessels, Baur provided a record of the naval technology and commercial activity of his time. This print captures the stillness of the scene, offering a view into the historical maritime life of the early nineteenth century.\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=\"\/nl\/products\/ships-in-a-breeze-joseph-mallord-william-turner\" 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;\"\u003eShips in a Breeze - Joseph Mallord William Turner — Joseph Mallord William Turner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/que-viene-el-coco-francisco-de-goya\" 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;\"\u003eQue viene el Coco - Francisco de Goya — Francisco de Goya\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nicolaas Baur","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58972879847759,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58972899082575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58972899115343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58972899148111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58972899180879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58972899213647,"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":58972899246415,"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":58972899279183,"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":58972899311951,"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":58972899344719,"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":58972899377487,"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":58972899410255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/s-Lands-fregat-Rotterdam-op-de-Maas-voor-Rotterdam_Poster_CompositorV1_1791517341749.jpg?v=1791528553"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/nl\/collections\/nicolaas-baur.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}