Bonaire at night in the eyes of Charles Eyck

Description: EYCK, Charles (Dutch 1897 - 1983). Bonaire, c. 1952 - 1953. Oil on board, titled and signed 'Eyck' (lower left); framed. Protruding nail heads (mainly along the edges, original state), very good condition.

Notes: In 1952 Charles Eyck stayed in Curaçao for several months. He came to the island on the invitation of physician and cultural pioneer Chris Engels (1907 - 1980). During this productive visit Eyck also spent a few weeks on Bonaire to paint and draw, thus documenting his impressions of the island.

Provenance: Private collection; acquired directly from the artist Dimensions: Image size 50 x 74 cm., frame size 51 x 75 cm. Artist Name: EYCK, Charles (Dutch 1897 - 1983).