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Henk Jan SandermanWhen Pigs Fly (Black-triptych)-original realism wildlife sculpture-contemporary2024
2024
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Henk Jan Sanderman's "When Pigs Fly (Black, Triptych)" presents a captivating exploration of whimsy and impossibility. This original artwork seamlessly combines sculpture and painting, with porcelain and bronze sculptures gracefully integrated onto a triptych canvas.
At the focal point of the composition is a white realistic painted porcelain piglet, its charming features meticulously crafted with lifelike detail. Against a backdrop of minimalist white and black, the piglet strides confidently along a vibrant red string, defying gravity and challenging conventional expectations. The symbolism is powerful – a playful homage to the idiom "when pigs fly," inviting viewers to contemplate the boundless possibilities of the imagination.
Henk Jan Sanderman's commitment to realism shines through in every aspect of the artwork. From the delicate contours of the piglet's form to the dynamic movement of the red string and the intricate detailing of the triptych canvases, each element contributes to the overall sense of wonder and delight.
The color scheme of "When Pigs Fly (Black, Triptych)" is deliberately limited to white, black, and red, enhancing the visual impact of the composition while imbuing it with a sense of boldness and contrast.
Signed by the artist, this captivating artwork is ready to be displayed and admired. Whether showcased in a gallery setting or adorning the walls of a private collection, "When Pigs Fly (Black, Triptych)" is sure to spark joy and ignite the imagination wherever it is encountered.
For those interested in acquiring this remarkable piece, it is currently available for purchase at Signet Contemporary Art, Chelsea, as well as online. Don't miss the opportunity to bring home this exquisite blend of sculpture and painting from one of today's most talented artists.
Artist biography:
Painter/sculptor Henk Jan Sanderman (1975), born in the Netherlands, currently lives and works in a small town in the middle of Holland. In his studio he renders oil paintings, as well as casting sculptures in porcelain and bronze. The artist’s work defines itself as humorous realism, conveying objects and various subject matter in great detail against a black and white background. In the same hyper-realistic style as his paintings, Henk Jan creates sculptures and wall artwork imbued with impressive life-like accuracy.
His main focus is humorous hyperrealism painting where he sets his subject matter against a white or black background, allowing more space for interaction whilst demonstrating and emphasising intense attention to detail. The artist’s works have an endearing ambience, influenced with their light-hearted aspects. Current works demonstrative innovative merging of the canvas and sculpture, providing a contemporary body of installations.
His works has been featured at Palet magazine, Atelier magazine, Coda museum, Stadsmuseum Harderwijk and museum De Fundatie.
In 2014 Henk Jan participated in the television program "Sterren op het Doek" and created a portrait of Seth Gaaikema. In 2015, he was asked to return for the final season of "Sterren op het Doek", due to being one of the best artists of the past nine seasons.
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- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Gallery Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU468315604812
Henk Jan Sanderman
Henk Jan Sanderman is a painter from the Netherlands. After 12 years of marketing experience in a commercial environment, Sanderman changed courses and began teaching and practicing painting full time. His ideal combination of social interaction and creation, a true Master Painter. Portraits of Sanderman were already on display in Palet magazine, Atelier magazine, Coda Museum, Stadsmuseum Harderwijk and Museum De Fundatie. In 2014, Sanderman was a participant in the television program Sterren op het Doek and made a portrait of Seth Gaaikema. In 2015, he was asked for the final season of Sterren op het Doek with Omroep MAX returning the best artists of the past nine seasons. Sanderman was allowed to make a portrait of Ria Bremer, and she eventually chose the portrait painting that Sanderman had made. After the experience he gained in making portrait paintings in the master of very realistic painting, he focused on making something close to his heart, humorous work. Sanderman’s work is Humorous Hyperrealism, in which he sets out his objects in great detail against a black and white background.
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