Journey Through the Mind with Toos van Holstein's "Amanthès"
Apricus Art Collection invites you on an introspective voyage with Toos van Holstein's "Amanthès," a captivating oil painting on canvas that embodies the artist's deep connection to art as a "travelling [of] the mind." This piece is a testament to van Holstein's celebrated career and her unique ability to translate complex ideas and emotions into visually stunning artworks.
Toos van Holstein: A Dutch Luminary with a Global Reach
Toos van Holstein (born 1949) is a highly respected figure in the Dutch art world, renowned for her oil paintings, watercolors, stone lithographs, and bronze sculptures. With a degree from the Academy in Tilburg and years spent teaching aesthetics, van Holstein possesses a deep understanding of artistic principles that informs her unique and powerful style.
Regularly ranked among the top 25 most popular artists in the Netherlands, alongside luminaries like Marlene Dumas and Karel Appel, van Holstein was honored as the official Dutch Brilliant Artist of the Year in 2016. Her work has been featured in special exhibitions inspired by classic literature, history, and mythology, held in prestigious venues across Europe and beyond.