Bert Heersema - "Saratoga Shout"
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Bert Heersema's "Saratoga Shout" is a monochrome Realism portrait from 2025, hand-signed, unframed but with a hanging system, measuring 40 x 50 cm and weighing 2 kg, produced in the Netherlands, sold directly by the artist, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
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This atmospheric monochrome evocative work from 2025 is not framed but is equipped with a hanging system.
Based on an old black-and-white moviestill featuring Ray Milland, a Film Noir classic. The Thief.
The pictured frame provides an indication of whether it is framed.
A few photos of the work in progress are attached.
The artwork will be sent by registered mail and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
More information about the artist can be found on his website. www.heersema.com.
Bert Heersema lives and works in Zwolle, Netherlands.
Statement: By staying away from the actual reality around us, I try to evoke a nostalgic atmosphere.
Atmosphere and space are not defined by a multitude of realistic details but rather by simplicity, often a sober color palette, so that a particular color accent draws all the attention.
Recurring visual features, such as shadows, volumes, accent color, strong contrast, nostalgia, and humor, are important recognizable aspects in my work, with emotions playing an ever more prominent role.
Through technique there is a search, various techniques in execution, to probe the boundaries of recognizability (realism), where moviestills from old films (Film Noir) and old documentary material are an important source of inspiration and a basis for a starting design.
And without losing recognizability and realism, the work must above all be a beautifully painted piece, for the experience of the viewer and the viewing distance.
Seller's Story
About the artist: By staying away from the actual reality around us, I try to evoke a nostalgic atmosphere. Mood and space are not defined by a multitude of realistic details but rather by simplicity, a often sober color palette, so that a certain color accent draws all attention. Recurring motifs such as shadows, volumes, accent color, strong contrast, nostalgia and humor are important recognizable aspects in my work, where emotions play an increasingly strong role. Through technique there is a search, various executions in technique, to probe the boundaries of recognizability (realism), with old films and old documentary material serving as an important source of inspiration and basis for a starting design. And without losing recognizability and realism, the work must above all be a beautifully painted piece, for the viewer’s experience and the viewing distance. An extensive overview of reviews (accolades) and exhibitions can be found on my website, including a special collaboration with Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke. Bert Heersema (1965) lives and works in Zwolle, the Netherlands.
Translated by Google TranslateThis atmospheric monochrome evocative work from 2025 is not framed but is equipped with a hanging system.
Based on an old black-and-white moviestill featuring Ray Milland, a Film Noir classic. The Thief.
The pictured frame provides an indication of whether it is framed.
A few photos of the work in progress are attached.
The artwork will be sent by registered mail and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
More information about the artist can be found on his website. www.heersema.com.
Bert Heersema lives and works in Zwolle, Netherlands.
Statement: By staying away from the actual reality around us, I try to evoke a nostalgic atmosphere.
Atmosphere and space are not defined by a multitude of realistic details but rather by simplicity, often a sober color palette, so that a particular color accent draws all the attention.
Recurring visual features, such as shadows, volumes, accent color, strong contrast, nostalgia, and humor, are important recognizable aspects in my work, with emotions playing an ever more prominent role.
Through technique there is a search, various techniques in execution, to probe the boundaries of recognizability (realism), where moviestills from old films (Film Noir) and old documentary material are an important source of inspiration and a basis for a starting design.
And without losing recognizability and realism, the work must above all be a beautifully painted piece, for the experience of the viewer and the viewing distance.
Seller's Story
About the artist: By staying away from the actual reality around us, I try to evoke a nostalgic atmosphere. Mood and space are not defined by a multitude of realistic details but rather by simplicity, a often sober color palette, so that a certain color accent draws all attention. Recurring motifs such as shadows, volumes, accent color, strong contrast, nostalgia and humor are important recognizable aspects in my work, where emotions play an increasingly strong role. Through technique there is a search, various executions in technique, to probe the boundaries of recognizability (realism), with old films and old documentary material serving as an important source of inspiration and basis for a starting design. And without losing recognizability and realism, the work must above all be a beautifully painted piece, for the viewer’s experience and the viewing distance. An extensive overview of reviews (accolades) and exhibitions can be found on my website, including a special collaboration with Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke. Bert Heersema (1965) lives and works in Zwolle, the Netherlands.
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Artist
Bert Heersema
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Title of artwork
"Saratoga Shout"
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2025
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
40 cm
Width
50 cm
Weight
2 kg
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Realism
Period
2010-2020
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