946 - Jan Van Puyenbroeck (1887–1972): The shroud, oil on canvas

Jan Van Puyenbroeck (1887–1972): The shroud, oil on canvas Work: 60 x 50 cm Frame: 90 x 79 cm Jan Van Puyenbroeck was the eldest son in a family of fourteen children. Because he had to help support the family, he was unable to pursue a formal education. On the advice of Alfred Ost, Van Puyenbroeck began taking evening classes at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. In 1908, he was admitted to the Higher Institute of Fine Arts in Antwerp, where he became friends with the painter Alfons De Cuyper. In 1910, he placed second with his entry for the 'Prix de Rome', and in 1913, he won the 'City of Antwerp Prize for Painting'. The absence of a condition report does not imply that a lot is in perfect condition. Condition reports are provided on request. They will be made available, together with additional images, on our website at www.coronariauctions.com. Condition reports are given as a service, we can not be held liable for errors in such a report. The full list of condition reports for this sale is available on the following URL: https://www.coronariauctions.com/en/condition-report/48 Further questions are always welcome at info@coronariauctions.com