Who painted Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas?

Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas was painted by Johan Conrad Greive in 1866.

Where can I see Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas?

Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas?

Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas?

Museum-quality prints of Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas

Johan Conrad Greive , 1866

Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Johan Conrad Greive. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Midday break at a Shipyard on the Maas is a painting depicting a moment of respite at a riverside shipyard.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows a man eating on a wooden block, accompanied by a woman with a child, amidst ships under repair. A covered boat and a distant windmill add to the tranquil atmosphere, capturing everyday life without dramatization.

Technique & Style

The composition has a snapshot quality, focusing on ordinary people in a moment of rest. The artist conveys a sense of quiet life through the arrangement of figures and the background landscape.