Hendrik de Vries

Hendrik (Henry) de Vries (17 August 1896 in Groningen, Netherlands – 18 November 1989 in Haren, Netherlands) was a significant Dutch poet and painter. He was an early surrealist, was liberal-minded, and preached vitality. The subconscious mind plays a crucial role in his poetry.

Contents

• Jean pierre rawie leest hendrik de vries
• waddenlaand van en door jan boer voor hendrik de vries
• Prizes
• References

Much his inspiration came from his interest in Spain and Spanish culture. He visited Spain frequently and became proficient enough to write many poems in Spanish.

De Vries had many collections of his poetry, writings, and artworks published during his lifetime. He also contributed to the literary magazine Het Getij (The Tide).

Prizes

1946 - Henrdrik Vriesprijs (Hendrik de Vries Prize)

1948 - Lucy B. and C.W. van der Hoogtprijs (Lucy B. and C.W. van der Hoog Prize) for Toovertuin

1951 - Special prize from the Jan Campert Foundation for his essay-writing poetry about poetry

1956 - Additional prize from Jan Campert Foundation

1959 - Cultural prize of the province of Groningen for his entire oeuvre

1962 - Constantijn Huygensprijs for his entire oeuvre

1973 - P.C. Hooftprijs for his entire oeuvre