Cornelis Lieste (Haarlem 1817-1861)

Together with his contemporary and fellow countryman, Barend Cornelis Koekkoek, Cornelis Lieste was one of the leading landscapists of his time. This particular picture unites the various qualities of Lieste's artistic and romantic genius. In his realistic impression, he balances the tranquility and stillness of the landscape with the warmth and brilliance of colours, creating an absorbing atmosphere of a summer's evening. An attractive picture that featured on the cover of the recent monographic exhibition on Lieste's life and work (B.C. Koekkoek-haus, Cleves, Cornelis Lieste, schilder van het licht, 21 February-19 June 2016).