Art prints of paintings
Reijer Stolk
Explore our collection of art prints of paintings by Reijer Stolk, a Dutch artist of the 20th century. His modern works blend cubism and surrealism to add a touch of abstraction and dynamism to your interior.
This collection brings together reproductions of Reijer Stolk (1896–1945), a Dutch artist born in Ngunut, in present-day Indonesia. A draughtsman, printmaker and designer of applied forms, he explored the human body, plants, animals, landscape and advertising graphics across a remarkably varied body of work.
Reijer Stolk, Draughtsman and Graphic Artist
Stolk’s practice was not limited to a single genre. The catalogue brings together study sheets, independent compositions, ornaments, cover and advertising designs, landscapes and figures. This diversity reveals an artist attentive to structure, rhythm and the simplification of forms.
The Rijksmuseum holds a significant collection of his drawings and prints. Several works featured here correspond to these documented subjects: anatomy, flowers, heads, decorative motifs, landscapes and designs intended for print.
Anatomical Studies and the Construction of the Body
A substantial series analyses the muscles of the back, neck, arms, abdomen and legs. Anatomical Study of the Muscles of a Man’s Back demonstrates this precise investigation of volume and articulation.
Several sheets also exist as silhouettes. Their more synthetic reading emphasises the body’s larger masses and complements the detailed versions.
Nudes, Poses and Movement
Studies of seated, standing, bent or reclining models extend the anatomical work. Nude Figures in Different Poses brings several attitudes together in a single composition.
These works suit studio, office or creative-space décor. They can be paired by pose, line density or orientation rather than by narrative subject.
Portraits, Heads and Faces
Stolk frequently isolates the face: a man’s head, a woman’s profile, a self-portrait, a face with closed eyes or a portrait wearing a hat. Self-Portrait offers a direct entry point into this group.
The heads of Buddha, Garuda and a wayang puppet broaden this repertoire. They testify to an interest in sculpture, masks and decorative arts, while remaining distinct from portraits made from models.
Flowers, Leaves and Botanical Forms
Sunflowers, flowers in a vase, artichokes, autumn leaves and potted plants become subjects of observation or starting points for decorative designs. Stylised Sunflower shows how a natural form can be simplified and given rhythm.
The more figurative floral compositions can create a soft, organic display. The stylised motifs offer a more graphic presence.
Ornaments and Decorative Panels
The ornament designs combine flowers, leaves, geometry and the organisation of space. Ornament with Floral Motif suits a selection focused on decorative drawing.
Shields, panels and Indian motifs introduce other systems of form. To display them together, favour a coherent colour palette and alternate dense compositions with more spacious sheets.
Animals, Saint Francis and the Imagination
Birds, a swan, chickens, horses and animal figures appear in isolated studies or composed scenes. Saint Francis of Assisi Surrounded by Animals brings together the human figure, water and the animal world.
The ceremonial dancing horse and the riders introduce movement. Birds and chickens lend themselves more readily to small groupings decorative.
Landscapes of the Netherlands, Italy and Austria
The catalogue spans canals, forest paths, mountains, coastal villages and Italian cities. View of Verona distils urban architecture into a small-format composition.
Lake Gmunden, the Traunstein, waterfalls and the alpine pastures of Upper Austria form a distinct mountain group. Winter works, autumn leaves and wooded paths also allow for seasonal classification.
Sailboats, shipyards and harbour scenes
Moored sailboats, ships on the slipway and shipyards form a body of work built around the lines of masts, hulls and structures. Sailboats on a Shipyard Slipway particularly highlights this technical architecture.
These maritime subjects suit understated, industrial or coastal interiors. Displaying them as a series emphasises variations in framing.
Advertisements, covers and bookplates
Stolk created advertisements for lamps, engines, hats and food products, as well as covers and bookplates. Philips Lamp Advertisement Design belongs to this applied side of his work.
These sheets show how image, pattern and message can share the same surface. They are of particular interest to enthusiasts of graphic design and typography history.
Abstraction and stylised compositions
Abstract Composition reduces the subject to the relationship between lines, masses and rhythm. Other works, such as silhouettes of structures or compositions featuring several figures, occupy a space between observation and stylisation.
This section of the catalogue supports a modern reading of Stolk, but does not encompass his work as a whole: drawing from life and the applied arts hold an equally important place.
Choosing a Reijer Stolk reproduction
Anatomical studies and isolated figures are often vertical, while landscapes, shipyard scenes and compositions with several figures may be horizontal. Check the orientation and available dimensions directly on each product page.
For the poster option, the print is produced on 140 g paper with HD rendering at 150 DPI. Dimensions, canvas and framing options vary according to the artwork, format and intended setting. Only genuinely available variants are displayed on the product page.
Creating a Stolk gallery wall
For a cohesive arrangement, choose a guiding theme: black-and-white anatomy, botanical motifs, Alpine landscapes or advertising graphics. A large figure can serve as a central focal point, surrounded by smaller study sheets.
You can also combine a figurative work, a decorative motif and an abstract composition. This alternation reflects the breadth of the catalogue without creating repetition.
Frequently asked questions
What type of artist was Reijer Stolk?
He worked as a draughtsman and printmaker while developing applied-arts projects. The catalogue includes figure studies as well as ornaments, landscapes and advertising designs.
Why are there so many anatomical studies?
They document a systematic exploration of muscles, volumes and poses. Some sheets detail the body; others reduce it to a silhouette.
How can I see the available formats?
Open the artwork page, then select the medium and dimensions. The price, canvas and framing options appear according to the available variants.