Hamelink - Tiger Crocodile

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Tiger Crocodile is a unique original hand-painted acrylic on canvas by Hamelink (2026), 126 cm high by 165 cm wide, pink background with a yellow crocodile and brown spots, depicting a Pop Culture theme, signed by the artist, in excellent condition, produced in the Netherlands as an original edition with a Certificate of Authenticity, shipped rolled in a tube.

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Tiger Crocodile is a bold and playful work featuring a large yellow crocodile against a soft pink background. The dark circular spots covering its body give the animal an almost tiger-like appearance and inspired the title of the painting.

The crocodile is constructed from simple, angular shapes. Its sharp teeth, pointed back, long tail and small legs give it a powerful appearance, while the large eye and unusual spotted pattern add humor and personality. The contrast between the warm yellow, dark details and calm pink background makes the figure immediately stand out.

The work plays with the contrast between strength and humor. A crocodile is normally seen as an impressive and dangerous animal, but here its simplified form and unexpected pattern transform it into a friendly, imaginative and slightly eccentric character.

The painting is entirely hand-painted with high-quality acrylic paint on canvas and is a unique original artwork. No prints or reproductions of this painting exist.

Please note: The interior images are for presentation purposes only. Colors and proportions may appear slightly different due to lighting, camera settings and digital visualization.

Details

Original artwork
Acrylic on canvas
Hand-signed by the artist
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
Unique piece – 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.

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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Tiger Crocodile is a bold and playful work featuring a large yellow crocodile against a soft pink background. The dark circular spots covering its body give the animal an almost tiger-like appearance and inspired the title of the painting.

The crocodile is constructed from simple, angular shapes. Its sharp teeth, pointed back, long tail and small legs give it a powerful appearance, while the large eye and unusual spotted pattern add humor and personality. The contrast between the warm yellow, dark details and calm pink background makes the figure immediately stand out.

The work plays with the contrast between strength and humor. A crocodile is normally seen as an impressive and dangerous animal, but here its simplified form and unexpected pattern transform it into a friendly, imaginative and slightly eccentric character.

The painting is entirely hand-painted with high-quality acrylic paint on canvas and is a unique original artwork. No prints or reproductions of this painting exist.

Please note: The interior images are for presentation purposes only. Colors and proportions may appear slightly different due to lighting, camera settings and digital visualization.

Details

Original artwork
Acrylic on canvas
Hand-signed by the artist
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
Unique piece – 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.

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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Details

Artist
Hamelink
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Tiger Crocodile
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Brown, Pink, Yellow
Height
126 cm
Width
165 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Modern
Period
2020+
The NetherlandsVerified
901
Objects sold
100%
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