Hamelink - Foxy Lady

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Bart Hamelink's Foxy Lady is an original, hand-painted acrylic on loose canvas (no wooden frame) measuring 140 cm by 215 cm, depicting a black human figure with an orange fox head, signed by the artist, created in 2026, in excellent condition, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Foxy Lady is an original, hand-painted artwork by Bart Hamelink, where minimalism, humor, and a powerful visual language come together.

The painting shows a special figure: a crawling human body with the head of a fox. The bright orange fox head, with its pointed ears, long snout, and large round eye, forms a striking contrast with the completely black body.

The angular shapes and simple lines give the work a tough, graphic look. At the same time, the unusual combination of human and animal raises questions.

The story behind Foxy Lady

Foxy Lady plays with the boundary between human and animal, instinct and reason.

The fox stands for cleverness, independence, and survival instinct. The human body seems to move cautiously forward, as if searching for its own path.

The painting can be seen as a playful reference to our animal instincts: no matter how civilized we are, deep down we remain connected to nature.

The simple composition leaves a lot of room for personal interpretation. It is precisely this combination of humor, estrangement, and simplicity that makes the work recognizable as a painting by Bart Hamelink.

The special color: Azo-orange

An essential part of this painting is the striking orange color of the fox head.

For this color, Bart Hamelink chose Amsterdam acrylic paint – Azo-orange (Azo Orange), color number 276.

This is a powerful, warm orange hue that brings the fox to life immediately. The intense orange contrasts with the deep black body and the calm, light background.

The exact color used is Azo-orange, number 276. This color was chosen intentionally and forms an important part of the painting’s appearance.

The combination of black, orange, and a light background creates a modern, graphic, and timeless whole.

Technical information

Artist: Bart Hamelink

Title: Foxy Lady

Technique: Acrylic paint on canvas

Color of fox head: Amsterdam Azo-orange, number 276

Color of body: Black

Style: Minimalist, figurative, and expressive

Support: Loose canvas, without wooden stretcher frame

Edition: Unique, original and hand-painted

Signature: Signed by the artist

Authenticity: Includes certificate of authenticity

Important information about the photos and colors

The interior photos are mood impressions and show how the painting can look in a modern living space or hallway.

The actual orange paint used is Amsterdam Azo-orange, color number 276. A separate photo of the original paint pot has been added to clearly show the correct color and color number.

Please note that colors may vary slightly from reality due to lighting, photography, and monitor settings.

The depicted black frame is for illustration only and is not included.

Packaging and shipping

The painting is made on a loose canvas and is delivered without a wooden stretcher frame.

This allows the buyer to stretch the artwork to their own preference and possibly provide it with a suitable frame.

For shipping, the canvas is carefully rolled and securely packed in a sturdy, square shipping tube. This protects the artwork as well as possible during national and international transport.

Note: The artwork is delivered without the described frame and without a wooden stretcher frame.

Foxy Lady is a unique and idiosyncratic work by Bart Hamelink, in which a striking Azo-orange fox head and a black human body together form a playful, mysterious, and powerful composition.

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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Foxy Lady is an original, hand-painted artwork by Bart Hamelink, where minimalism, humor, and a powerful visual language come together.

The painting shows a special figure: a crawling human body with the head of a fox. The bright orange fox head, with its pointed ears, long snout, and large round eye, forms a striking contrast with the completely black body.

The angular shapes and simple lines give the work a tough, graphic look. At the same time, the unusual combination of human and animal raises questions.

The story behind Foxy Lady

Foxy Lady plays with the boundary between human and animal, instinct and reason.

The fox stands for cleverness, independence, and survival instinct. The human body seems to move cautiously forward, as if searching for its own path.

The painting can be seen as a playful reference to our animal instincts: no matter how civilized we are, deep down we remain connected to nature.

The simple composition leaves a lot of room for personal interpretation. It is precisely this combination of humor, estrangement, and simplicity that makes the work recognizable as a painting by Bart Hamelink.

The special color: Azo-orange

An essential part of this painting is the striking orange color of the fox head.

For this color, Bart Hamelink chose Amsterdam acrylic paint – Azo-orange (Azo Orange), color number 276.

This is a powerful, warm orange hue that brings the fox to life immediately. The intense orange contrasts with the deep black body and the calm, light background.

The exact color used is Azo-orange, number 276. This color was chosen intentionally and forms an important part of the painting’s appearance.

The combination of black, orange, and a light background creates a modern, graphic, and timeless whole.

Technical information

Artist: Bart Hamelink

Title: Foxy Lady

Technique: Acrylic paint on canvas

Color of fox head: Amsterdam Azo-orange, number 276

Color of body: Black

Style: Minimalist, figurative, and expressive

Support: Loose canvas, without wooden stretcher frame

Edition: Unique, original and hand-painted

Signature: Signed by the artist

Authenticity: Includes certificate of authenticity

Important information about the photos and colors

The interior photos are mood impressions and show how the painting can look in a modern living space or hallway.

The actual orange paint used is Amsterdam Azo-orange, color number 276. A separate photo of the original paint pot has been added to clearly show the correct color and color number.

Please note that colors may vary slightly from reality due to lighting, photography, and monitor settings.

The depicted black frame is for illustration only and is not included.

Packaging and shipping

The painting is made on a loose canvas and is delivered without a wooden stretcher frame.

This allows the buyer to stretch the artwork to their own preference and possibly provide it with a suitable frame.

For shipping, the canvas is carefully rolled and securely packed in a sturdy, square shipping tube. This protects the artwork as well as possible during national and international transport.

Note: The artwork is delivered without the described frame and without a wooden stretcher frame.

Foxy Lady is a unique and idiosyncratic work by Bart Hamelink, in which a striking Azo-orange fox head and a black human body together form a playful, mysterious, and powerful composition.

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

Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Artist
Hamelink
Technique
Acrylic painting
Title of artwork
Foxy Lady
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Year
2026
Colour
Beige, Black, Orange
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
140 cm
Width
215 cm
Weight
325 g
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
The NetherlandsVerified
980
Objects sold
100%
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