{"product_id":"attributed-to-willem-welters-original-oil-on-board-gondola-at-sunset-venice","title":"Attributed to WILLEM WELTERS Original Oil on Board \"Gondola at sunset, Venice\"","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"item-specifics\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-pair\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.6; background-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); padding: 20px; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px; color: rgb(44, 44, 44);\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Willem Welters (1881–1972)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed W. Welters (attributed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Venetian Gondola Scene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil on Canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtwork Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38cm × 23cm (approx.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFramed Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46cm × 31cm (approx.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Image: Of age, craquelure but no noticeable losses. Frame: Poorly presentable with age‑related wear – see photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed and attributed to Willem Welters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAbout the Artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eThis charming Venetian gondola scene, signed \u003cstrong\u003eW. Welters\u003c\/strong\u003e and attributed to Dutch artist \u003cstrong\u003eWillem Welters (1881–1972)\u003c\/strong\u003e, captures the quiet romance and atmosphere of Venice with a beautifully restrained palette. The composition features a gondolier guiding his passengers across calm waters, with the city’s iconic domes and towers rising softly in the background. The warm glow of the sky reflects gently across the lagoon, giving the painting a serene, timeless quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWelters’ work is known for its sensitivity to light and mood, and this piece is a lovely example of that approach. The brushwork is confident yet subtle, allowing the scene to unfold naturally without overstating detail. The painting presents very well, with colours that remain harmonious and balanced, offering a peaceful focal point for any traditional or classically styled interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e38cm × 23cm\u003c\/strong\u003e (around \u003cstrong\u003e46cm × 31cm framed\u003c\/strong\u003e), the artwork has an intimate scale that suits hallways, reading rooms, and curated gallery walls. The frame complements the subject beautifully, adding a touch of period character while remaining understated enough not to overpower the painting itself. The frame shows expected age‑related wear, so buyers should review the photos carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eOverall, this is a delightful and atmospheric work that reflects the quiet elegance of early 20th‑century European painting, and a lovely addition for collectors of Venetian scenes or Dutch artists of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWillem Welters (1881–1972)\u003c\/strong\u003e was a Dutch painter known for his landscapes, harbour scenes and atmospheric European cityscapes. His work often features calm waters, soft light and gentle tonal transitions, creating paintings that feel both peaceful and quietly expressive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eWelters exhibited throughout the early and mid‑20th century, gaining recognition for his ability to capture mood rather than strict realism. His Venetian scenes, in particular, are admired for their sensitivity and sense of place, offering collectors a window into the romantic charm of Europe’s most iconic waterways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .item-specifics, .item-description {font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin-top: 16px;}\n  .title {font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 8px 0;}\n  .specs-grid {display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); gap: 12px 24px;}\n  .spec-pair {display: grid; grid-template-columns: 120px 1fr; gap: 8px;}\n  .spec-name {font-weight: bold; color: #111;}\n  .spec-value {color: #333;}\n  .description-text {margin-top: 8px; line-height: 1.4; color: #333;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Curated Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57032298561862,"sku":"v1|206440385298|0","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/0891\/6806\/files\/s-l1600_60cba408-2450-40f0-92c5-1009fb7a4f3a.jpg?v=1785256920","url":"https:\/\/www.curatedtreasures.art\/products\/attributed-to-willem-welters-original-oil-on-board-gondola-at-sunset-venice","provider":"Curated Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}