Anton Lutgerink (1930-2012) - Gouache Gouache VIII, 1964

Anton (A.) Lutgerink (1930–2012)

Gouache VIII, 1964, original work

This expressive work from 1964 is an original gouache by Dutch modernist artist Anton Lutgerink, a representative of post-war abstract art in the Netherlands. In Gouache VIII, Lutgerink explores the power of color, form, and rhythm, resulting in a dynamic composition that feels both intuitive and deliberate.

The gouache shows a strong sense of balance and tension: abstract shapes and lines are combined with a vibrant color palette, characteristic of the experimental art practice of the 1960s. The work reflects the search by many European artists during this period for new visual languages, influenced by international modernist movements.

About the artist
Anton Lutgerink worked from the 1950s onwards in the Netherlands and abroad, drawing inspiration from European modern art. His body of work consists of paintings, gouaches, and serial studies focusing on abstraction and expression. Throughout his career, his work was regularly exhibited in galleries and regional exhibitions and is represented in private collections.