Signed lower right

Oil on canvas laid down on panel

Image size: 31.5 × 51 cm
Overall dimensions: 46.5 × 67 cm

Biography Evert Moll

Evert Moll (Voorburg, 1878 – The Hague, 1955) is best known for his numerous paintings of the port of Rotterdam, which he depicted extensively during the 1920s and 1930s. Bridges, quays and the lively activity around the Nieuwe Maas were an important source of inspiration for the artist. Through these paintings, Moll captured the rapidly changing maritime character of the Netherlands in the early 20th century.

In addition to his Rotterdam harbour scenes, Moll painted cityscapes, landscapes and colourful still lifes. He was largely self-taught and is associated with the Hague School, while also receiving advice from Willem Maris and Willem Roelofs. He was a close friend of Albert Roelofs.

Moll mainly worked outdoors and had a particular interest in observing everyday life along the water. His early work is characterised by a relatively restrained use of colour and broad brushstrokes. In his later paintings, his palette became richer and more varied, while his brushwork became finer.

Between 1895 and 1930, Moll lived and worked in Voorburg, London, Paris, The Hague and Rotterdam before settling permanently in The Hague. His paintings are valued for their atmospheric quality and their vivid portrayal of Dutch urban and maritime life.