Hamelink - Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys
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Hamelink’s Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys is an original hand-painted acrylic artwork (135 × 165 cm) in multicolour, signed, created in the Netherlands in 2026, in a neo-expressionist contemporary style, shipped rolled without stretcher bars and with a certificate of authenticity.
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Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys is an energetic and playful work full of color, humor and character. Two striking figures are at the center, surrounded by loose lines, symbols and a floating head that intensifies the chaos even more. The handwritten text “Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys” gives the piece a wink at situations that are out of your control.
The combination of pink, yellow, blue and green creates a vibrant look, while the rough lines and spontaneous shapes give the painting a free and unpolished energy. The work feels as if it sprang from a thought, dream or conversation.
With influences from neo-expressionism, outsider art and street art, this painting is about letting go, putting things into perspective and the ability to sometimes just take a step back and smile.
Additional Information:
Original hand-painted artwork
Neo-expressionist / contemporary style
Signed by the artist
Includes certificate of authenticity
Photos are for display purposes only
Shipped rolled, without stretcher bars
Reduced risk of transport damage and lower shipping costs
Easy to have stretched locally by a professional framer
Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys is a colorful statement about freedom, humor and the realization that not every problem has to be yours.
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 TranslateNot My Circus, Not My Monkeys is an energetic and playful work full of color, humor and character. Two striking figures are at the center, surrounded by loose lines, symbols and a floating head that intensifies the chaos even more. The handwritten text “Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys” gives the piece a wink at situations that are out of your control.
The combination of pink, yellow, blue and green creates a vibrant look, while the rough lines and spontaneous shapes give the painting a free and unpolished energy. The work feels as if it sprang from a thought, dream or conversation.
With influences from neo-expressionism, outsider art and street art, this painting is about letting go, putting things into perspective and the ability to sometimes just take a step back and smile.
Additional Information:
Original hand-painted artwork
Neo-expressionist / contemporary style
Signed by the artist
Includes certificate of authenticity
Photos are for display purposes only
Shipped rolled, without stretcher bars
Reduced risk of transport damage and lower shipping costs
Easy to have stretched locally by a professional framer
Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys is a colorful statement about freedom, humor and the realization that not every problem has to be yours.
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
Hamelink
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Multicolour
Height
135 cm
Width
165 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Neo-Expressionism
Period
2020+
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