Leen Muller

1879 - 1969

Quick facts

  • Nationality: Netherlands
  • Works on this site: 3
  • Born: 1879, Leiden, Netherlands
  • Lifespan: 90 years
  • Color intensity: monochromatic

A Master of Ceramics and Design

Leendert Johan Muller, widely known as Leen Muller, was a Dutch painter, ceramicist, and designer. Born in Leiden, Netherlands, he established a significant career as a decorative artist and draftsperson. His professional journey was deeply connected to the Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland in Gouda, where he worked from 1898 until 1936. During his tenure there, he served as a master plateelschilder and designer. In 1924, he assumed leadership of the Kunstnijverheid department, overseeing the production of designs commissioned by external clients.

Artistic Works and Legacy

Muller's creative output spanned various forms, including his work as a painter and his contributions to ceramic design. His artistic legacy is reflected in several notable works, including:

His life and career concluded in Oldenzaal, Netherlands.

Questions & Answers

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Is there an overview of all the subjects Leen Muller painted?

The Subject Atlas of Leen Muller is a page that maps the artist's artworks by their subjects.

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The All Medium page groups Leen Muller's artworks by technique.

Where can I see all artworks by Leen Muller?

Every work by Leen Muller on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

Quick quiz

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Question 1:
In which city was Leen Muller born?
Question 2:
At which pottery factory did Muller work from 1898 to 1936?
Question 3:
In what year did Muller receive leadership over the Arts and Crafts department?
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Which of these is a known work by Leen Muller in our catalog?
Question 5:
What was Muller's occupation according to the provided information?