Joost Swarte & Willem Vleeschouwer - Het Parool / Stichting Uitmarkt Amsterdam - (Wévé) – 2-Piece Graphic Master Diptych: "Haarlem 750" "Uitmarkt Amsterdam '94" - 1990s






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DUTCH GRAPHIC MASTERS — Amsterdam vs Haarlem Diptych (1994–1995) — Joost Swarte & Willem Vleeschouwer (Wévé)
Lot Title / Headline:
Joost Swarte & Willem Vleeschouwer (Wévé) – 2-Piece Graphic Master Diptych: "Haarlem 750" (40x60 cm) & Hand-Signed "Uitmarkt Amsterdam '94" (64/200, 42x60 cm) – Ligne Claire – Mint / Archive State
Description:
A prime cultural and graphic diptych uniting two Dutch masters of illustration and the Clear Line (Ligne Claire) tradition: Joost Swarte (Haarlem) and Willem Vleeschouwer / Wévé (Amsterdam/Rotterdam).
This duo bridges major mid-1990s cultural celebrations between the two historic neighboring cities—Amsterdam and Haarlem:
• The Two Included Artworks:
Willem Vleeschouwer (Wévé) – "Uitmarkt '94 Amsterdam" (42 x 60 cm)
Published in 1994 for Stichting Uitmarkt Amsterdam and daily newspaper Het Parool. A theatrical, geometric Art Deco/Modernist composition showcasing clown figures with sweeping brushes and dustpans under dramatic stage lighting.
Rare Limited Edition: Strictly limited to 200 copies, hand-numbered "64/200" in pencil on the lower-left margin and personally hand-signed "Willem Vleeschouwer" in pencil on the lower border.
Joost Swarte – "Haarlemse Open Monumentendagen" / Haarlem 750 (40 x 60 cm)
Commissioned by the Municipality of Haarlem in 1995 to celebrate the 750th city anniversary (Haarlem 750). Features Swarte's world-famous architectural Klare Lijn aesthetic, portraying stylized modernist/monumental buildings, walking figures, and floating red cloud-balloons against an open sky. Signed with Swarte's integrated monogram stamp dated '95 in the lower left and the Haarlem 750 emblem in the lower right.
• Printing & Technique:
Both pieces are original, authentic period offset lithographs executed on heavy, high-grade matte fine-art paper stock with crisp contours and saturated flat ink fields.
Technical Specifications:
• Artists: Joost Swarte (b. 1947) & Willem Vleeschouwer / Wévé (b. 1950)
• Titles: "Haarlemse Open Monumentendagen" (1995) & "Uitmarkt '94" (1994)
• Publishing Bodies: Gemeente Haarlem & Stichting Uitmarkt / Het Parool Amsterdam
• Quantity: Complete 2-Piece Diptych
• Medium: Original vintage offset lithographs on fine-art paper
• Signatures & Numbering:
Vleeschouwer: Hand-signed in pencil and hand-numbered 64/200
Swarte: Plate-signed with printed monogram '95 and Haarlem 750 logo
• Dimensions:
Swarte: 40 x 60 cm
Vleeschouwer: 42 x 60 cm
• Condition: Mint (Archive State)
Condition Report:
• Both prints originate directly from flat archive storage; uncirculated, never framed, glued, or mounted.
• Zero UV-fading; full, bright color saturation across all pigments.
• Crisp razor-sharp corners, straight edges, and pristine paper surfaces free from folds, wrinkles, pinholes, or restorations.
Shipping & Returns
We understand the delicate nature of fine art and prioritize secure, reliable, and transparent logistics for every acquisition.
Shipping Policy
Processing Time: Orders are processed within 2-3 business days. Each piece is carefully inspected and packaged before dispatch.
Global Reach: We ship worldwide from our hub in the Netherlands. Standard delivery times range from 5-10 business days for international orders.
Tracking: All shipments are fully tracked. You will receive a tracking number via email as soon as your order is dispatched.
Packaging: We use acid-free materials and heavy-duty reinforced tubes or flat-pack boxes to prevent any damage during transit.
Insurance
Every shipment is fully insured against loss or damage. In the unlikely event that your artwork arrives damaged, please contact us immediately with photographic evidence of the packaging and the item.
Returns & Exchanges
14-Day Return Window: If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you may return it within 14 days of receipt for a full refund (excluding shipping costs).
Condition: Items must be returned in their original packaging and in the same condition as received.
Return Shipping: The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs and ensuring the item is adequately insured during transit.
Refund Process: Once we received and inspect the returned item, we will process your refund within 5 business days.
Damaged Items
If your item arrives damaged, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery. We will arrange for a replacement or a full refund, including original shipping costs.
Seller's Story
DUTCH GRAPHIC MASTERS — Amsterdam vs Haarlem Diptych (1994–1995) — Joost Swarte & Willem Vleeschouwer (Wévé)
Lot Title / Headline:
Joost Swarte & Willem Vleeschouwer (Wévé) – 2-Piece Graphic Master Diptych: "Haarlem 750" (40x60 cm) & Hand-Signed "Uitmarkt Amsterdam '94" (64/200, 42x60 cm) – Ligne Claire – Mint / Archive State
Description:
A prime cultural and graphic diptych uniting two Dutch masters of illustration and the Clear Line (Ligne Claire) tradition: Joost Swarte (Haarlem) and Willem Vleeschouwer / Wévé (Amsterdam/Rotterdam).
This duo bridges major mid-1990s cultural celebrations between the two historic neighboring cities—Amsterdam and Haarlem:
• The Two Included Artworks:
Willem Vleeschouwer (Wévé) – "Uitmarkt '94 Amsterdam" (42 x 60 cm)
Published in 1994 for Stichting Uitmarkt Amsterdam and daily newspaper Het Parool. A theatrical, geometric Art Deco/Modernist composition showcasing clown figures with sweeping brushes and dustpans under dramatic stage lighting.
Rare Limited Edition: Strictly limited to 200 copies, hand-numbered "64/200" in pencil on the lower-left margin and personally hand-signed "Willem Vleeschouwer" in pencil on the lower border.
Joost Swarte – "Haarlemse Open Monumentendagen" / Haarlem 750 (40 x 60 cm)
Commissioned by the Municipality of Haarlem in 1995 to celebrate the 750th city anniversary (Haarlem 750). Features Swarte's world-famous architectural Klare Lijn aesthetic, portraying stylized modernist/monumental buildings, walking figures, and floating red cloud-balloons against an open sky. Signed with Swarte's integrated monogram stamp dated '95 in the lower left and the Haarlem 750 emblem in the lower right.
• Printing & Technique:
Both pieces are original, authentic period offset lithographs executed on heavy, high-grade matte fine-art paper stock with crisp contours and saturated flat ink fields.
Technical Specifications:
• Artists: Joost Swarte (b. 1947) & Willem Vleeschouwer / Wévé (b. 1950)
• Titles: "Haarlemse Open Monumentendagen" (1995) & "Uitmarkt '94" (1994)
• Publishing Bodies: Gemeente Haarlem & Stichting Uitmarkt / Het Parool Amsterdam
• Quantity: Complete 2-Piece Diptych
• Medium: Original vintage offset lithographs on fine-art paper
• Signatures & Numbering:
Vleeschouwer: Hand-signed in pencil and hand-numbered 64/200
Swarte: Plate-signed with printed monogram '95 and Haarlem 750 logo
• Dimensions:
Swarte: 40 x 60 cm
Vleeschouwer: 42 x 60 cm
• Condition: Mint (Archive State)
Condition Report:
• Both prints originate directly from flat archive storage; uncirculated, never framed, glued, or mounted.
• Zero UV-fading; full, bright color saturation across all pigments.
• Crisp razor-sharp corners, straight edges, and pristine paper surfaces free from folds, wrinkles, pinholes, or restorations.
Shipping & Returns
We understand the delicate nature of fine art and prioritize secure, reliable, and transparent logistics for every acquisition.
Shipping Policy
Processing Time: Orders are processed within 2-3 business days. Each piece is carefully inspected and packaged before dispatch.
Global Reach: We ship worldwide from our hub in the Netherlands. Standard delivery times range from 5-10 business days for international orders.
Tracking: All shipments are fully tracked. You will receive a tracking number via email as soon as your order is dispatched.
Packaging: We use acid-free materials and heavy-duty reinforced tubes or flat-pack boxes to prevent any damage during transit.
Insurance
Every shipment is fully insured against loss or damage. In the unlikely event that your artwork arrives damaged, please contact us immediately with photographic evidence of the packaging and the item.
Returns & Exchanges
14-Day Return Window: If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you may return it within 14 days of receipt for a full refund (excluding shipping costs).
Condition: Items must be returned in their original packaging and in the same condition as received.
Return Shipping: The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs and ensuring the item is adequately insured during transit.
Refund Process: Once we received and inspect the returned item, we will process your refund within 5 business days.
Damaged Items
If your item arrives damaged, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery. We will arrange for a replacement or a full refund, including original shipping costs.
