This substantial oil on canvas by Dutch artist H. van den Broeck represents a mature and confident command of post-war European painting traditions. Executed in 1994 and signed lower right, the work synthesises elements of Cubism, Surrealism, and Constructivism into a richly layered pictorial space.
The composition is anchored by sweeping diagonal planes in deep cobalt blue, cadmium yellow, and crimson — across which the artist distributes a carefully considered arrangement of symbolic objects: fragmented bone-like forms, faceted crystalline structures, a mechanical wheel, and smooth spheres. The tension between organic and industrial, between order and dissolution, gives the work a philosophical undercurrent that rewards sustained looking.
The palette is bold yet controlled, and the brushwork — particularly in the crystalline passages — demonstrates considerable technical skill. The work is presented in a sleek aluminium float frame that complements its graphic intensity without competing with it.
A significant work from a productive period in the artist's practice, suitable for institutional, gallery, or private collection contexts.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 104 × 78 cm (framed)
Year: 1994
Signature: Signed lower right
Condition: Very good — vivid colour retention, no visible restoration
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialWoodNumber of items1OrientationLandscapeArt sizeLargeHeight78 cmWidth104 cm