Nico Bulder (1898 1964) Houtsnede 'Binnentuin' ~1930

Nico Bulder (1898 1964)

Houtsnede 'Binnentuin' ~1930

Gesigneerd met Nico Bulder's monogram 'BULDER'

Afmetingen ca. 14 x 14 cm., blad 16 x 16 cm.

Nico Bulder (1898–1964) was a prominent Dutch graphic artist, wood engraver, and painter associated with the Minerva Academy in Groningen. The dates "1862–1935" mentioned in your query likely refer to another artist or relative, as the primary Nico Bulder's life spanned from October 29, 1898, to January 30, 1964. Originally a ship draftsman, he turned to art at age 26, studying under F.H. Bach and A.W. Kort at Academie Minerva. He achieved international fame for his meticulous wood engravings, particularly for bookplates (ex libris) and novel illustrations (e.g., Wuthering Heights).His work often depicted religious and mystical scenes (including the Apocalypse), local landscapes of Groningen, and animals. He served as a drawing teacher at the Hommes Institute and later taught etching and stained glass at Academie Minerva. There is also a contemporary artist named Nico Bulder (active in 2026) who specializes in wildlife painting. He resides on the Veluwe and is known for oil paintings of Dutch and African animals. Collections of his work are held by the Veenkoloniaal Museum and the Groninger Museum. 
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