Tilburg and Antwerp
The decorative and floral training gives him drawing, precision and the science of ornament. This milestone sheds light on the "Gérard van Spaendonck" collection by favoring composition.
1746 -1822 · Flowers, botany and French art
Discover the bouquets, flowers, fruits and botanical vellums of Gérard van Spaendonck, hand reproduced in oil on canvas.
1746 -1822 · Flowers, botany and French art
Born in Tilburg in 1746, Gérard van Spaendonck trained in Antwerp with Willem Jacob Herreyns before settling in Paris around 1770. His talent for flowers quickly opened the way for him: he became a miniature painter to Louis XVI, then a professor of floral painting at the King's Garden. Roses, peonies, tulips, irises, fruits, nests and insects are placed in abundant bouquets where each species remains identifiable. The shine of the petals, the transparency of the water drops and the stone of the vases show a mastery inherited from Dutch still life, adapted to French refinement. After the Revolution, Spaendonck participated in the birth of the National Museum of Natural History. In 1793, he held the chair of natural iconography and designed the seal of the institution. His watercolors on vellum, his paintings and his engraved plates thus play a dual role: celebrating the beauty of flowers and transmitting precise scientific observation. The "Gérard van Spaendonck" selection offers its own journey on this subject. His reading favors composition.
At Spaendonck, the bouquet is at once a spectacle, a botanical collection and a lesson in light.
Course & style
The decorative and floral training gives him drawing, precision and the science of ornament. This milestone sheds light on the "Gérard van Spaendonck" collection by favoring composition.
Miniature, Salon and teaching at the Jardin du Roi established his authority.
Art and science come together in vellums, boards and the training of new artists.
Each species retains its distinctive structure, habit and details. This trait guides a composition-centered reading of "Gérard van Spaendonck".
Petals, drops and fruits multiply the transparency effects.
The bouquet combines scholarly variety and decorative balance.
Vase, stone, foliage and insects give depth and contrast.
Explore by universe
Works, visual language and historical landmarks make up a route exclusively devoted to Gérard van Spaendonck.
Layered petals and delicate shades immediately catch the eye.
For elegance. Reading of "Gérard van Spaendonck" through composition.The large corollas give volume and generosity to the bouquet.
For the living roomStem, leaf and flowering remain readable despite the richness of the whole.
For detailsButterfly or beetle animates still life on a small scale.
For observationStone, alabaster or glass give weight and reflections to the bouquet.
For the materialA slender format accompanies the growth and fall of flowers.
To chooseWorks to discover
The associated reproductions will appear here as soon as they are put online in this new collection.
Our method
Each painting is made in oil on canvas by a specialized artist, then checked with you before shipping.
Each reproduction is unique. Slight variations of touch and material testify to the painter's manual work.
Choose wisely
Gérard van Spaendonck's subjects and tones call for a format, a place and a frame chosen for the precise work.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Each reproduction is hand painted in oil on canvas, without printing.
The painter uses the composition, values, colors and materials visible in the chosen work from the Gérard van Spaendonck collection, with particular attention paid to composition.
Yes. The dimensions are adapted respecting the proportions and balance of the selected work.
Detailed photographs are sent before shipping; you can request edits before sending.
Custom reproduction
Send us an image, a museum reference, or the name of an artwork: we can create a custom reproduction.
Buying guide
A simple and reassuring process to order a handmade painted canvas, with validation before shipping.
Select a painting from the collection or send us a reference.
Choose the size and options that suit your interior.
Our artists create your oil reproduction, entirely handmade.
We send you a photo before shipping for validation.
Questions & Guide
Find answers to frequently asked questions and essential information about our hand-painted reproductions.
These answers reassure visitors who are discovering the concept of hand-painted reproductions.
Yes, our reproductions are oil paintings on canvas by experienced artists. Each canvas is hand-painted, not printed.
Yes. Before shipping, we send you a photo of the completed painting. You can then request adjustments if necessary.
The time depends on the format and complexity of the artwork. The painting generally takes several weeks, then the canvas is shipped with tracking.
Yes, you can choose a standard format or request a custom size adapted to your space.
Depending on the options available, the canvas can be delivered alone, mounted on a stretcher, or prepared for framing. Details are indicated on the product page.
Yes. You can send us an image, a museum reference, the name of an artwork, or a photo to request a custom reproduction.
Some guidelines for choosing a reproduction from this collection, comparing similar styles, and preparing your order.
This selection brings together artworks designed for art lovers who want to recapture the spirit of a famous painting in a hand-painted canvas. Each reproduction can be adapted to the desired format and validated by photo before shipping.
The available formats allow the artwork to be adapted to a living room, bedroom, office, or a more specific decorative project. The painting is executed in oil on canvas with particular attention to colors, textures, and overall balance.
If you are looking for a similar artwork, a similar artist, or a specific format, you can ask for advice. Reproductions can be adjusted before shipping thanks to photo validation.