Lucifer Mourning Game of Vondel (1910)

Richard Roland Holst (1868-1938) was a Dutch artist, known for his paintings, tapestries, and graphic designs. He was also a socialist who used his art to express his political beliefs. Holst was a professor at the National Academy in Amsterdam and was influential in the Dutch art world. His works are characterized by their symbolic and often monumental style, with a focus on social themes. Despite his death in 1938, Holst's impact on Dutch art and his contributions to the social and political discourse of his time continue to be recognized.