Rik van Iersel (1961) - Figuren
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Rik van Iersel (1961) Figuren, an oil on canvas figurative-expressionist painting from 1985, signed and dated, sold with frame, original edition, with the work measuring 137 × 143 cm (147 × 151 cm including the frame).
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Artwork details
Artist / Maker: Rik van Iersel (1961)
Signature: Signed and dated lower right: “Rik ’85”
Country of origin: Netherlands
Technique: Oil on canvas
Year: 1985
Frame: With frame
Dimensions of the artwork: 137 × 143 cm
Dimensions including frame: 147 × 151 cm
Condition: In good condition.
Background information
Description of the work
Figures is a large, colorful figurative-expressionist painting from 1985. The picture plane is almost completely filled by a densely packed group of humanoid figures, faces, hands, and organic forms. A centrally placed figure with a broad headdress forms the main visual anchor. Around it appear various highly distorted faces and bodies, leaving hardly any unpainted space.
The composition is built up from vivid colors, with red, blue and turquoise as dominant tones, complemented by yellow, ocher, pink, green, brown and black. Heavy dark outlines separate the different figures and color fields from one another. The perspective space is strongly reduced: the figures seem distributed across the plane more as above and beside each other than within a traditional spatial ordering.
Notable is the expressive distortion of the human visages. Eyes, mouths, noses, hands, and body parts are enlarged or schematic. Some forms are readily recognizable as human figures, while others move between figuration and abstraction. The varying scales emphasize the free, non-naturalistic character of the composition.
The paint is visibly applied in a painterly manner. Broad brushstrokes, opaque color fields, overpainting, and locally visible underlying layers give the surface a lively texture. The combination of strong outlines, saturated colors, distorted figures, and a tightly compressed composition supports the stated stylistic designation of Expressionism.
Artist biography
Rik van Iersel (1961) is a Dutch artist. He developed as a self-taught artist and, besides painting, pursued other creative disciplines.
In his youth, Van Iersel created posters for pop concerts at the Effenaar in Eindhoven. He also drew comics and played drums in the band Der Junge Hund. In his visual work he developed a colorful, expressive figuration in which human figures, faces, and free forms occupy an important place.
The work offered here dates from 1985 and thus belongs to his early artistic production. The large dimensions, intense color contrasts, powerful black outlines, and strongly distorted figures reveal a pronounced figurative-expressionist visual language.
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About Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. We are a versatile art company that brings together contemporary and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealing in classical works we assess, buy and sell artworks for collectors, private individuals, businesses and institutions.
Our offer is broad and varied, ranging from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past. With more than 25 years of experience we successfully guide purchase and sale processes, both nationally and internationally. Thanks to our extensive network of collectors, art lovers and professional buyers, we reach a large audience for every artwork.
In addition to our sales activities we provide professional appraisals, restorations and repair work. Our collection is stored safely and insured in our premises of over 1,000 m² in Nuenen.
Packaging and shipping
We take great care in packaging every artwork. Packing is bespoke: every painting, work on paper or object is assessed and packed separately according to the most suitable and safe method. We take into account size, technique, condition and vulnerability of the work.
Where necessary we use extra protective materials, robust bespoke packaging and professional transport solutions, so that your purchase arrives safely and in optimal condition.
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Translated by Google TranslateArtwork details
Artist / Maker: Rik van Iersel (1961)
Signature: Signed and dated lower right: “Rik ’85”
Country of origin: Netherlands
Technique: Oil on canvas
Year: 1985
Frame: With frame
Dimensions of the artwork: 137 × 143 cm
Dimensions including frame: 147 × 151 cm
Condition: In good condition.
Background information
Description of the work
Figures is a large, colorful figurative-expressionist painting from 1985. The picture plane is almost completely filled by a densely packed group of humanoid figures, faces, hands, and organic forms. A centrally placed figure with a broad headdress forms the main visual anchor. Around it appear various highly distorted faces and bodies, leaving hardly any unpainted space.
The composition is built up from vivid colors, with red, blue and turquoise as dominant tones, complemented by yellow, ocher, pink, green, brown and black. Heavy dark outlines separate the different figures and color fields from one another. The perspective space is strongly reduced: the figures seem distributed across the plane more as above and beside each other than within a traditional spatial ordering.
Notable is the expressive distortion of the human visages. Eyes, mouths, noses, hands, and body parts are enlarged or schematic. Some forms are readily recognizable as human figures, while others move between figuration and abstraction. The varying scales emphasize the free, non-naturalistic character of the composition.
The paint is visibly applied in a painterly manner. Broad brushstrokes, opaque color fields, overpainting, and locally visible underlying layers give the surface a lively texture. The combination of strong outlines, saturated colors, distorted figures, and a tightly compressed composition supports the stated stylistic designation of Expressionism.
Artist biography
Rik van Iersel (1961) is a Dutch artist. He developed as a self-taught artist and, besides painting, pursued other creative disciplines.
In his youth, Van Iersel created posters for pop concerts at the Effenaar in Eindhoven. He also drew comics and played drums in the band Der Junge Hund. In his visual work he developed a colorful, expressive figuration in which human figures, faces, and free forms occupy an important place.
The work offered here dates from 1985 and thus belongs to his early artistic production. The large dimensions, intense color contrasts, powerful black outlines, and strongly distorted figures reveal a pronounced figurative-expressionist visual language.
Seller's Story
About Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. We are a versatile art company that brings together contemporary and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealing in classical works we assess, buy and sell artworks for collectors, private individuals, businesses and institutions.
Our offer is broad and varied, ranging from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past. With more than 25 years of experience we successfully guide purchase and sale processes, both nationally and internationally. Thanks to our extensive network of collectors, art lovers and professional buyers, we reach a large audience for every artwork.
In addition to our sales activities we provide professional appraisals, restorations and repair work. Our collection is stored safely and insured in our premises of over 1,000 m² in Nuenen.
Packaging and shipping
We take great care in packaging every artwork. Packing is bespoke: every painting, work on paper or object is assessed and packed separately according to the most suitable and safe method. We take into account size, technique, condition and vulnerability of the work.
Where necessary we use extra protective materials, robust bespoke packaging and professional transport solutions, so that your purchase arrives safely and in optimal condition.
Our promise
At Art Dumay expertise, reliability and personal attention are central. We strive to offer every buyer a safe, transparent and enjoyable experience when purchasing art.
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Artist
Rik van Iersel (1961)
Sold with frame
Yes
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Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Figuren
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
1985
Condition
Good condition
Height
151 cm
Width
147 cm
Style
Expressionism
Period
1980-1990
