Hamelink - Two Birds
06
days
01
hour
00
minutes
37
seconds
Current bid
€ 75
No reserve price
Expert
Selected by Anthony Chrisp
Over 10 years' experience in art trade and previously founded his own gallery.
Gallery Estimate € 1,000 - € 1,200
 | €75 | |
|---|---|---|
 | €70 | |
| €65 | |
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 139085 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Hamelink's original acrylic on canvas painting Two Birds (2026) is hand-signed, measures 147 by 165 cm, features blue and orange figures on a beige background, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity with no prints or reproductions.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
This original painting brings together two stylized birds, reduced to bold geometric shapes and simple, expressive lines. Standing side by side, the blue and orange figures each have their own character while clearly forming a pair. Their oversized circular eyes and simplified silhouettes give the birds a curious, playful, and almost human presence.
The contrast between the cool blue and warm orange creates a lively visual dialogue. Set against a soft light beige background, the colors remain powerful without disturbing the calm and balanced composition. The two figures can be interpreted as friendship, companionship, contrast, or simply two individuals sharing the same space.
Inspired by minimalism, outsider art, and contemporary graphic expression, Two Birds shows how a limited number of shapes and colors can communicate personality and connection.
Entirely hand-painted with high-quality acrylic paint on canvas, this is a unique original artwork. No prints or reproductions of this painting exist.
Please note: The interior photos are for presentation purposes only. Due to differences in lighting, screen settings, and digital visualizations, the colors of the artwork may appear slightly different from the original painting. The proportions and scale shown in the interior images may also vary. Please always refer to the stated dimensions of the original artwork.
Details
Original painting
Acrylic on canvas
Hand-signed by the artist
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
No prints or reproductions
Carefully shipped rolled in a sturdy tube without a stretcher frame. This reduces shipping costs and minimizes the risk of damage during transport. After delivery, the canvas can easily be stretched by a professional framer or by yourself.
Two Birds is a playful and timeless contemporary artwork about individuality, contrast, and connection.
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 TranslateThis original painting brings together two stylized birds, reduced to bold geometric shapes and simple, expressive lines. Standing side by side, the blue and orange figures each have their own character while clearly forming a pair. Their oversized circular eyes and simplified silhouettes give the birds a curious, playful, and almost human presence.
The contrast between the cool blue and warm orange creates a lively visual dialogue. Set against a soft light beige background, the colors remain powerful without disturbing the calm and balanced composition. The two figures can be interpreted as friendship, companionship, contrast, or simply two individuals sharing the same space.
Inspired by minimalism, outsider art, and contemporary graphic expression, Two Birds shows how a limited number of shapes and colors can communicate personality and connection.
Entirely hand-painted with high-quality acrylic paint on canvas, this is a unique original artwork. No prints or reproductions of this painting exist.
Please note: The interior photos are for presentation purposes only. Due to differences in lighting, screen settings, and digital visualizations, the colors of the artwork may appear slightly different from the original painting. The proportions and scale shown in the interior images may also vary. Please always refer to the stated dimensions of the original artwork.
Details
Original painting
Acrylic on canvas
Hand-signed by the artist
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
No prints or reproductions
Carefully shipped rolled in a sturdy tube without a stretcher frame. This reduces shipping costs and minimizes the risk of damage during transport. After delivery, the canvas can easily be stretched by a professional framer or by yourself.
Two Birds is a playful and timeless contemporary artwork about individuality, contrast, and connection.
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 TranslateDetails
Artist
Hamelink
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Two Birds
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Beige, Blue, Orange
Height
147 cm
Width
165 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Modern
Period
2020+
Sold by
