16 MARCH 1901, Page 21

Dutch Painters of the Nineteenth Century. Edited by Max Roses.

(Sampson Low, Marston, and Co.)—This third volume is carried out en the same plan as the former two, each biography being by a separate author. The general impression gained of the personalities of the painters is decidedly pleasant, and the reproductions show how loyally the Dutch artists maintain the traditions of their school. Although traces of French influence are to be found here and there, the painters of Holland to-day have every right to claim descent from their great predecessors. The first article in the book deals with Manse, who had genius. His power of constructing an impressive composition out of the simplest materials shows this ; he dealt with large masses in a broad and dignified style.