Bart Hamelink - Too Much Love
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Bart Hamelink's original hand-painted acrylic work Too Much Love (2026), a modern pop culture piece in red, black and white, signed and delivered with a certificate of authenticity; dimensions 110 cm by 210 cm, rolled with no frame.
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Description from the seller
A playful and expressive work full of humor, tension, and human recognition. At the center is a striking hare-like figure that looks visibly overwhelmed, while three female figures approach closer with curiosity and confidence.
The painting portrays, in a lighthearted way, the feeling of attention, connection, and perhaps even a little panic when life suddenly becomes fuller than expected. The big eyes, simple shapes, and subtle body language give each character its own personality.
The intense red background amplifies the emotion and energy of the scene. At the same time, the minimalist forms keep the work calm, accessible, and modern. Humor and vulnerability come together here in one image.
Extra information:
Original, hand-painted work (no print)
Signed by the artist
Comes with certificate of authenticity
The shown photos are mood impressions of how the work can hang
The work is shipped without a frame (rolled)
This reduces transport costs and lowers the risk of damage
Easily stretched locally by a framer
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 TranslateA playful and expressive work full of humor, tension, and human recognition. At the center is a striking hare-like figure that looks visibly overwhelmed, while three female figures approach closer with curiosity and confidence.
The painting portrays, in a lighthearted way, the feeling of attention, connection, and perhaps even a little panic when life suddenly becomes fuller than expected. The big eyes, simple shapes, and subtle body language give each character its own personality.
The intense red background amplifies the emotion and energy of the scene. At the same time, the minimalist forms keep the work calm, accessible, and modern. Humor and vulnerability come together here in one image.
Extra information:
Original, hand-painted work (no print)
Signed by the artist
Comes with certificate of authenticity
The shown photos are mood impressions of how the work can hang
The work is shipped without a frame (rolled)
This reduces transport costs and lowers the risk of damage
Easily stretched locally by a framer
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
Bart Hamelink
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Too Much Love
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Black, Red, White
Height
110 cm
Width
210 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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