Hamelink - Cat and Chair
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Original acrylic painting Cat and Chair by Hamelink, 2026, 126 cm high by 210 cm wide, in orange, black and beige, hand-signed, unique original work with certificate of authenticity, rolled and shipped unframed.
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Description from the seller
Cat and Chair is a minimalist and playful work in which two everyday shapes face each other: a black cat and a bright orange chair. Through the strong simplification, both acquire almost the same meaning and presence on the canvas.
The cat looks straight ahead, while the empty chair beside it leaves something open. Who is that chair for? Has someone left, is someone waiting, or does the cat simply prefer to be alone? That simplicity gives the work room for its own story.
The deep black and vivid orange form a strong contrast with the light background. Cat and Chair is calm and graphic, yet at the same time has something humorous and disquieting.
Sometimes an empty chair says enough.
Original artwork by Hamelink
Acrylic paint on canvas
Hand-painted and signed
Unique, one-off original artwork
Certificate of authenticity included
The artwork will be rolled and shipped without a frame. To reduce the chance of damage during transport, the canvas is carefully rolled and shipped in a sturdy square protective tube.
Note: The interior photos are mood images / visual impressions. They are intended to give an idea of how the artwork can fit in an interior.
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 TranslateCat and Chair is a minimalist and playful work in which two everyday shapes face each other: a black cat and a bright orange chair. Through the strong simplification, both acquire almost the same meaning and presence on the canvas.
The cat looks straight ahead, while the empty chair beside it leaves something open. Who is that chair for? Has someone left, is someone waiting, or does the cat simply prefer to be alone? That simplicity gives the work room for its own story.
The deep black and vivid orange form a strong contrast with the light background. Cat and Chair is calm and graphic, yet at the same time has something humorous and disquieting.
Sometimes an empty chair says enough.
Original artwork by Hamelink
Acrylic paint on canvas
Hand-painted and signed
Unique, one-off original artwork
Certificate of authenticity included
The artwork will be rolled and shipped without a frame. To reduce the chance of damage during transport, the canvas is carefully rolled and shipped in a sturdy square protective tube.
Note: The interior photos are mood images / visual impressions. They are intended to give an idea of how the artwork can fit in an interior.
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
Cat and Chair
Technique
Acrylic painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Beige, Black, Orange
Height
126 cm
Width
210 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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