Ernest Dezentje
The Lake (Danau)
Height 35cm x Width 45cm
media :
- Oil on canvas
Details :
Oil on canvas
35 x 45 cm
Signed
lower left
Ern. Dezentje
SOLD : SGD 2,200
Estimate:
SGD 1,900 - 3,000
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Ernest Dezentje
Indonesia
1885 – 1972
Ernest Dezentje was a self-taught artist born in Jatinegara, Java, and a key figure in the early “Indonesian School” of painting. He was of French descent, began painting at the age of 31, and later became an Indonesian citizen.
Dezentje was a member of the Bataviasche Kunstkring, with which he exhibited. He also held several solo exhibitions in Jakarta between 1936 and 1939. His works are known for their Impressionist style. He was a prolific exhibitor and was awarded a prize by former President Soekarno for his contributions to art.