Esther De Boer-van Rijk was a Dutch actress who is best known for Op hoop van zegen (1918), Op hoop van zegen (1934), and Heilig recht (1914).
Personal and Family Life
Esther De Boer-van Rijk was born on July 29, 1853, in Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands. She was married to Henri de Boer, with whom she had one child. Her daughter, Sophie de Vries-de Boer, also pursued a career in acting. In addition, she was the grandmother of Hesje de Vries and Martijn de Vries.
Death and Legacy
Esther De Boer-van Rijk passed away on September 7, 1937, in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands. Her contributions to the film industry, especially in the early 20th century, remain significant. She is remembered for her performances in both silent films and early sound films, influencing many actors who came after her.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Een Telegram uit Mexico | 1914-06-08 | |
| Cirque Hollandais | 1924-10-17 | van Dalen’s Wife |
| Het Geheim van den Vuurtoren | 1916-01-14 | Mevr. van Norden / Mrs. van Norden |
| Op Hoop Van Zegen | 1934-12-21 | Kniertje |
| De Bertha | 1913-01-30 | |
| Op Hoop van Zegen | 1918-10-21 | |
| Heilig recht | 1914-09-03 | Koos |
| De vrouw Clasina | 1915-09-03 | Schippersvrouw |