Anton Heyboer (1924-2005) - Untitled






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Anton Heyboer, Untitled, original etching from 1980–1990, signed, 64 cm by 54 cm, framed, Netherlands.
Description from the seller
Anton Heyboer’s etchings are often simple and direct, with rough, sketchy lines and strong contrasts. He works quickly and intuitively, with the graphic character of scratches and incisions remaining visible. As a result, his houses take on mainly an emotional, symbolic meaning rather than a realistic representation.
Anton Heyboer (1924-2005)
Because of his unconventional lifestyle, Anton Heyboer belonged to the most eccentric Dutch artists of the past decades. His turbulent life was expressed in a series of five marriages. He also described himself as 'the Robin Hood of the art world', referring to his high artistic output. Heyboer was trained as a mechanical engineer. After World War II he began drawing, albeit still in a traditional style. Between 1954 and 1957 he developed his own philosophical framework on the basis of which his abstract artworks emerged. Yet there are always figurative elements present in his paintings and etchings. Heyboer also clarified the themes of his work with texts, in which human relationships often play a role.
Dimensions of work without frame: 38 x 30 cm
Framed work.
Viewing is, of course, possible. In addition we have our own in-house framers, who are celebrating their 85th anniversary year. Furthermore we use restorers from the industry association: 'Restauratoren Nederland'. If you would like to make use of this, we would of course be glad to hear from you.
Seller's Story
Anton Heyboer’s etchings are often simple and direct, with rough, sketchy lines and strong contrasts. He works quickly and intuitively, with the graphic character of scratches and incisions remaining visible. As a result, his houses take on mainly an emotional, symbolic meaning rather than a realistic representation.
Anton Heyboer (1924-2005)
Because of his unconventional lifestyle, Anton Heyboer belonged to the most eccentric Dutch artists of the past decades. His turbulent life was expressed in a series of five marriages. He also described himself as 'the Robin Hood of the art world', referring to his high artistic output. Heyboer was trained as a mechanical engineer. After World War II he began drawing, albeit still in a traditional style. Between 1954 and 1957 he developed his own philosophical framework on the basis of which his abstract artworks emerged. Yet there are always figurative elements present in his paintings and etchings. Heyboer also clarified the themes of his work with texts, in which human relationships often play a role.
Dimensions of work without frame: 38 x 30 cm
Framed work.
Viewing is, of course, possible. In addition we have our own in-house framers, who are celebrating their 85th anniversary year. Furthermore we use restorers from the industry association: 'Restauratoren Nederland'. If you would like to make use of this, we would of course be glad to hear from you.
