Herman Brood (1946-2001) - Claudia - 1997





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Original mixed‑media drawing on paper by Herman Brood titled Claudia – 1997, created in 1997, signed, with authenticity certificate, measuring 40 × 30 cm, framed, in Pop Art style with multicolour yellow, brown and orange tones.
Description from the seller
Original drawing “Claudia – 1997” by Herman Brood (1946–2001); signed, dated ’97, with authenticity certificate
Authentic, original drawing by the Dutch artist, musician and pop icon Herman Brood (Zaandam 1946 – Amsterdam 2001). The work was drawn on the spot by Brood in a café in Amsterdam; a typical example of his spontaneous, gestural method in which he often drew in cafés and on location.
About the work
An unmistakably Broodian scene: on the left a self-portrait of Herman with sunglasses and hands raised, dreaming and fantasizing about an affectionate kiss with Claudia; on the right, a blonde figure with a cigarette in hand. Between the two figures, fantasy is literally in the image: a small yellow-striped panel containing two kissing figures, like a film still of what is happening in Herman’s head. Above, the longing is expressed in Brood’s recognizable handwriting: “oh god, oh god, oh god” repeated several times. The work captures in a few sharp lines exactly that raw, romantic, and rock-'n-roll life feeling Brood was known for; longing, fantasy, and café romance in one spontaneous drawing.
Executed in mixed technique (marker and pastel) on paper, in Brood’s typical Pop Art style with warm earthy tones, bright yellows and oranges, and purple accents.
Characteristics
• Artist: Herman Brood (Zaandam 1946 – Amsterdam 2001), Netherlands
• Title: “Claudia – 1997”
• Year: 1997
• Technique: mixed; marker and pastel on paper
• Style: Pop Art / neo-expressionism
• Theme: self-portrait with female figure (Claudia), daydream / café scene
• Colors: multicolored, dominant yellows, browns and oranges, with purple accents
• Signature: lower left signed “Herman Brood ’97” in marker
• Edition: original, unique
• Image size: 40 × 30 cm on paper
• Frame: framed (see photos)
• Condition: excellent
Provenance
The work was obtained directly from the artist at the time, drawn on the spot in an Amsterdam café; a setting in which Brood produced many of his spontaneous works.
Documentation & authenticity
The work is delivered with an official authenticity certificate from HBM Echtheidskeuringen, provided with embossed seals and signature (as required for certificate validity). HBM is the recognized authority for authenticating works attributed to Herman Brood and originated from the Stichting Herman Brood Museum (2006–2014). Over the years, the foundation has built an excellent reputation as an independent body for authentication of Brood works. For buyers, this certificate provides the assurance of an independent expert judgment; with Brood works this is typically the decisive factor for sale or purchase.
On the certificate, the work is registered as “Claudia – 1997”, dimensions 40 × 30 cm on paper, original by Herman Brood.
Shipping
The work is offered in a framed state. Pick-up is preferred due to the value and fragility of the work. Shipping is possible by arrangement.
Original drawing “Claudia – 1997” by Herman Brood (1946–2001); signed, dated ’97, with authenticity certificate
Authentic, original drawing by the Dutch artist, musician and pop icon Herman Brood (Zaandam 1946 – Amsterdam 2001). The work was drawn on the spot by Brood in a café in Amsterdam; a typical example of his spontaneous, gestural method in which he often drew in cafés and on location.
About the work
An unmistakably Broodian scene: on the left a self-portrait of Herman with sunglasses and hands raised, dreaming and fantasizing about an affectionate kiss with Claudia; on the right, a blonde figure with a cigarette in hand. Between the two figures, fantasy is literally in the image: a small yellow-striped panel containing two kissing figures, like a film still of what is happening in Herman’s head. Above, the longing is expressed in Brood’s recognizable handwriting: “oh god, oh god, oh god” repeated several times. The work captures in a few sharp lines exactly that raw, romantic, and rock-'n-roll life feeling Brood was known for; longing, fantasy, and café romance in one spontaneous drawing.
Executed in mixed technique (marker and pastel) on paper, in Brood’s typical Pop Art style with warm earthy tones, bright yellows and oranges, and purple accents.
Characteristics
• Artist: Herman Brood (Zaandam 1946 – Amsterdam 2001), Netherlands
• Title: “Claudia – 1997”
• Year: 1997
• Technique: mixed; marker and pastel on paper
• Style: Pop Art / neo-expressionism
• Theme: self-portrait with female figure (Claudia), daydream / café scene
• Colors: multicolored, dominant yellows, browns and oranges, with purple accents
• Signature: lower left signed “Herman Brood ’97” in marker
• Edition: original, unique
• Image size: 40 × 30 cm on paper
• Frame: framed (see photos)
• Condition: excellent
Provenance
The work was obtained directly from the artist at the time, drawn on the spot in an Amsterdam café; a setting in which Brood produced many of his spontaneous works.
Documentation & authenticity
The work is delivered with an official authenticity certificate from HBM Echtheidskeuringen, provided with embossed seals and signature (as required for certificate validity). HBM is the recognized authority for authenticating works attributed to Herman Brood and originated from the Stichting Herman Brood Museum (2006–2014). Over the years, the foundation has built an excellent reputation as an independent body for authentication of Brood works. For buyers, this certificate provides the assurance of an independent expert judgment; with Brood works this is typically the decisive factor for sale or purchase.
On the certificate, the work is registered as “Claudia – 1997”, dimensions 40 × 30 cm on paper, original by Herman Brood.
Shipping
The work is offered in a framed state. Pick-up is preferred due to the value and fragility of the work. Shipping is possible by arrangement.

