Hamelink - Soft Silence
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Hamelink presents Soft Silence, a 2025 acrylic painting signed by hand, in the original edition, measuring 117 × 165 cm, in excellent condition, from the Netherlands, depicting pop culture in a modern style, sold directly by the artist, delivered without a frame and with a certificate of authenticity.
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This work shows three figures sitting close together, caught in a shared silence. Their large eyes and still posture suggest proximity, but also distance: being together here does not automatically mean connection. The pink area in the background softens the scene, but also heightens the emotional tension between the figures.
The painting is executed in a contemporary neo-expressionist style, recognizable by its raw lines, simplified forms, and direct imagery. The figures appear almost childlike but carry an adult weight: themes such as vulnerability, togetherness, unspoken emotions, and the need for recognition play a central role.
The soft pink background contrasts with the dark figures and emphasizes the tension between tenderness and inner unrest. This makes the work both accessible and layered — a painting that continues to resonate, even after a long time.
The work is delivered without a stretch frame (only the canvas). This is intentionally done to reduce transportation costs and minimize the risk of damage.
The painting is delivered with a certificate of authenticity.
The displayed photos are mood images and serve as examples of how the work looks when stretched and framed on the wall.
More work by Bart Hamelink
Instagram: @hamelink.art.bart
Website: www.barthamelink.com
Seller's Story
Hamelink combines contemporary themes with influences from the past and often works in an energetic, expressive style. He draws inspiration from the tradition of artists such as Herman Brood, who was known for his raw, spontaneous approach, as well as Riek van Iersel, who sought a powerful emotional expression in his work.
Hamelink is best known for his paintings and drawings, in which he pushes the boundaries of traditional painting and tackles themes such as identity, culture and social issues. His work can be characterised by a direct, unpolished approach to the medium, which exudes a certain spontaneity and energy. Like Brood and Van Iersel, Hamelink plays with the tension between personal experience and the broader social context, often with a focus on contemporary society.
His style is often raw, unfiltered and full of expression, using powerful colours and dynamic shapes that enhance the urgency of his themes. Bart Hamelink seems to bridge the gap between traditional expressive movements and contemporary art with his work, while at the same time critically reflecting on modern times.
Translated by Google TranslateThis work shows three figures sitting close together, caught in a shared silence. Their large eyes and still posture suggest proximity, but also distance: being together here does not automatically mean connection. The pink area in the background softens the scene, but also heightens the emotional tension between the figures.
The painting is executed in a contemporary neo-expressionist style, recognizable by its raw lines, simplified forms, and direct imagery. The figures appear almost childlike but carry an adult weight: themes such as vulnerability, togetherness, unspoken emotions, and the need for recognition play a central role.
The soft pink background contrasts with the dark figures and emphasizes the tension between tenderness and inner unrest. This makes the work both accessible and layered — a painting that continues to resonate, even after a long time.
The work is delivered without a stretch frame (only the canvas). This is intentionally done to reduce transportation costs and minimize the risk of damage.
The painting is delivered with a certificate of authenticity.
The displayed photos are mood images and serve as examples of how the work looks when stretched and framed on the wall.
More work by Bart Hamelink
Instagram: @hamelink.art.bart
Website: www.barthamelink.com
Seller's Story
Hamelink combines contemporary themes with influences from the past and often works in an energetic, expressive style. He draws inspiration from the tradition of artists such as Herman Brood, who was known for his raw, spontaneous approach, as well as Riek van Iersel, who sought a powerful emotional expression in his work.
Hamelink is best known for his paintings and drawings, in which he pushes the boundaries of traditional painting and tackles themes such as identity, culture and social issues. His work can be characterised by a direct, unpolished approach to the medium, which exudes a certain spontaneity and energy. Like Brood and Van Iersel, Hamelink plays with the tension between personal experience and the broader social context, often with a focus on contemporary society.
His style is often raw, unfiltered and full of expression, using powerful colours and dynamic shapes that enhance the urgency of his themes. Bart Hamelink seems to bridge the gap between traditional expressive movements and contemporary art with his work, while at the same time critically reflecting on modern times.
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Artist
Hamelink
Sold with frame
No
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Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Soft Silence
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Year
2025
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
117 cm
Width
165 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/Theme
Pop Culture
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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