'Raw' by Hanneke van de Pol (2025)
Structured thick acrylic paint on canvas. Size of painting 50x70cm. Depth 4cm.
The Watcher Within is a tactile, primal portrait that feels both ancient and futurist. With its deeply carved lines and earthy patina, the work blurs the line between painting and sculpture—like a fossilized memory etched in clay and pigment.
The exaggerated eye, central and unblinking, suggests heightened perception—a figure not looking out, but looking through. The textural relief invites touch, revealing layers of time, thought, and emotion embedded in each stroke. Bronze, ochre, and mineral tones evoke archeological artifacts or forgotten tablets, giving the piece an almost sacred presence.
Simultaneously minimal and complex, this work speaks to identity, inner seeing, and timeless observation. It commands space with quiet authority—perfect for collectors who value soul, symbolism, and the interplay between form and surface.
Perfect for: Art lovers drawn to tribal modernism, wabi-sabi textures, and pieces that hold both spiritual and sculptural presence.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialCanvasNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight70 cmWidth50 cm