Clemens Briels (1946) - Perdiola Cabeza
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Clemens Briels's aquatint gravure Perdiola Cabeza (2005) is hand-signed, in good condition, part of a limited edition 66/70, and measures 80 x 96 cm with frame (56 x 73 cm without frame), produced in the Netherlands and sold by Galerie.
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Clemens Briels – Perdiola Cabeza
Perdiola Cabeza is a colorful and expressive work by Clemens Briels in which his characteristic Antipodisme style clearly comes through. The title, Spanish-sounding, reinforces the playful and international character of his visual language.
In the work, strong color contrasts, dynamic shapes, and stylized figures are central. Briels combines imagination and symbolism into a vibrant composition in which opposites — such as movement and stillness, light and dark — engage in dialogue with each other. As is often the case in his oeuvre, the work invites the viewer to discover their own meaning in a world full of energy and imagination.
Clemens Briels, born in Son in 1946, is a highly sought-after artist both at home and abroad. His works are included in various renowned art collections, and he was chosen as the first Dutch artist to be named Official Olympic Artist for the Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City in 2002.
Behind Clemens Briels’ artworks always lies a story; his works are small anecdotes from a society that is the opposite. Clemens Briels developed his own style, Antipodisme: he imagines the opposite of the stereotype, the learned. The viewer is confronted with another, fantastical perspective on everyday things and is often surprised as a result.
Briels imagines experiences he gathered in the Orient, the Caribbean, and North and South America. In addition, traditional Central and South American music is an almost inexhaustible source of inspiration. The Cuban son, mambo, merengue, and the souk, with a lightly erotic sauce draped over the music tones, compel him to create intriguing paintings.
Clemens Briels’ artworks are never bound by time and depict universal themes, cosmopolitan visions of daily life. Briels translates his experiences in his own way, in his own unique fantasy world. Color is the tool, the story is his message. The artist stimulates the viewer’s imagination by showing other images than those we are expected to see. Because stereotypes are learned by us and not imaginative interpretations of the surrounding things and events, the viewer often encounters surprises.
Dimensions of the work with frame: 80 x 96 cm
Dimensions of the work without frame: 56 x 73 cm
Viewing is, of course, possible. In addition, we have our own in-house framers, who are celebrating their 85th anniversary year. Furthermore, we make use of restorer professionals from the trade organization: Restorers Netherlands. If you would like to use this service, of course we would be happy to hear from you.
Seller's Story
Over Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. It is a versatile art enterprise that brings together modern and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealership with classical works, we are engaged in evaluating, purchasing, and selling art. We do this both directly and through carefully organized art auctions for modern and classical art.
Our selection is broad and varied — from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past.
With more than 25 years of experience, we successfully guide purchase and sale processes for individuals, companies, governments, and institutions.
Art Dumay has an extensive regional, national, and international network of buyers and collectors.
In addition to our sales activities, we also provide professional appraisals, restorations, and repair work in-house. Thanks to our effective auction methodology, we are able to reach a large international audience, while our art collections are safely stored and insured in our 1,000 m² building in Nuenen.
At Art Dumay, expertise, a passion for art, and personal attention are at the core — each day again.
Translated by Google TranslateClemens Briels – Perdiola Cabeza
Perdiola Cabeza is a colorful and expressive work by Clemens Briels in which his characteristic Antipodisme style clearly comes through. The title, Spanish-sounding, reinforces the playful and international character of his visual language.
In the work, strong color contrasts, dynamic shapes, and stylized figures are central. Briels combines imagination and symbolism into a vibrant composition in which opposites — such as movement and stillness, light and dark — engage in dialogue with each other. As is often the case in his oeuvre, the work invites the viewer to discover their own meaning in a world full of energy and imagination.
Clemens Briels, born in Son in 1946, is a highly sought-after artist both at home and abroad. His works are included in various renowned art collections, and he was chosen as the first Dutch artist to be named Official Olympic Artist for the Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City in 2002.
Behind Clemens Briels’ artworks always lies a story; his works are small anecdotes from a society that is the opposite. Clemens Briels developed his own style, Antipodisme: he imagines the opposite of the stereotype, the learned. The viewer is confronted with another, fantastical perspective on everyday things and is often surprised as a result.
Briels imagines experiences he gathered in the Orient, the Caribbean, and North and South America. In addition, traditional Central and South American music is an almost inexhaustible source of inspiration. The Cuban son, mambo, merengue, and the souk, with a lightly erotic sauce draped over the music tones, compel him to create intriguing paintings.
Clemens Briels’ artworks are never bound by time and depict universal themes, cosmopolitan visions of daily life. Briels translates his experiences in his own way, in his own unique fantasy world. Color is the tool, the story is his message. The artist stimulates the viewer’s imagination by showing other images than those we are expected to see. Because stereotypes are learned by us and not imaginative interpretations of the surrounding things and events, the viewer often encounters surprises.
Dimensions of the work with frame: 80 x 96 cm
Dimensions of the work without frame: 56 x 73 cm
Viewing is, of course, possible. In addition, we have our own in-house framers, who are celebrating their 85th anniversary year. Furthermore, we make use of restorer professionals from the trade organization: Restorers Netherlands. If you would like to use this service, of course we would be happy to hear from you.
Seller's Story
Over Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. It is a versatile art enterprise that brings together modern and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealership with classical works, we are engaged in evaluating, purchasing, and selling art. We do this both directly and through carefully organized art auctions for modern and classical art.
Our selection is broad and varied — from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past.
With more than 25 years of experience, we successfully guide purchase and sale processes for individuals, companies, governments, and institutions.
Art Dumay has an extensive regional, national, and international network of buyers and collectors.
In addition to our sales activities, we also provide professional appraisals, restorations, and repair work in-house. Thanks to our effective auction methodology, we are able to reach a large international audience, while our art collections are safely stored and insured in our 1,000 m² building in Nuenen.
At Art Dumay, expertise, a passion for art, and personal attention are at the core — each day again.
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Artist
Clemens Briels (1946)
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
66/70
Title of artwork
Perdiola Cabeza
Technique
Aquatint, Engraving
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Year
2005
Condition
Good condition
Height
80 cm
Width
96 cm
Period
2000-2010
Sold with frame
Yes
