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Ferry Slebe ‘The Carousel’, New Hague School 1959
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Beautiful & Colorful Oil Painting "Carousel" (1959) – Ferry Slebe (New Hague School / Verve) offered for sale:
A magnificent, lively, and characteristic
original oil painting by the renowned Hague artist Ferry Slebe (1907–1994).
This work exudes the cheerful, dreamy, and poetic atmosphere for which Slebe has become so beloved.
The painting depicts a beautifully composed fairground scene featuring a nostalgic carousel, stylized horses, and onlookers.
The use of color is expressive and warm, executed in a recognizable naive-expressionist style. What makes this specific work extra special and valuable to collectors is the fully handwritten documentation by the artist himself on the back of the wooden stretcher:
Title:
"Carousel Horses",
Year: 1959
(originating from his highly regarded heyday within the Verve artist group)
Studio address:
Franklinstr. 155, The Hague (His historical residence and work address)
Specifications Artist:
Ferry Slebe (1907–1994)
Technique: Oil on canvas
Canvas dimensions:
30 x 40 cm (Excluding wooden frame)
Year: 1959
Signature: Fully hand-signed in red letters in the lower right corner ("Slebe")
Condition: The canvas is in good, authentic condition with a beautiful texture. About the artist:
Ferry Slebe was a prominent figure in the post-war Hague art world.
He was a member of the influential artists' group Verve and is considered part of the New Hague School.
His work is strongly influenced by French modernists and is characterized by a playful depiction of everyday life, circus scenes, and imaginative compositions.
Work by Slebe can be found in museum collections, among others, and is a sought-after item on the Dutch art market. A beautiful, historically documented artwork that can go straight on the wall!
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ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialCanvasNumber of items1Height30 cmWidth40 cmDepth2 cm
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Private sellerLeidschendam , NetherlandsOn Whoppah since June 2026 • 0 sales