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Handpainted bronze - - Please note that for delivery of this artwork inside the EU, there is an additional 19% VAT // Laocooon by Stephan Balkenhol, created in 2016, is a hand-painted bronze sculpture that reinterprets the classical Greek myth with a contemporary twist. The piece, measuring 34 x 48 x 16 cm, presents Laocooon and his sons struggling against serpents, a scene laden with tension and emotion. Balkenhol’s modern aesthetic simplifies and stylizes the figures, creating a dynamic yet approachable composition that emphasizes their anguish and struggle. The artist’s attention to detail and the expressive forms capture the timeless theme of human suffering, drawing a connection between ancient mythology and the present day. The sculpture’s craftsmanship and powerful narrative invite viewers to reflect on the enduring nature of myth.
Laocooon, 2016
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Handpainted bronze - - Please note that for delivery of this artwork inside the EU, there is an additional 19% VAT // Laocooon by Stephan Balkenhol, created in 2016, is a hand-painted bronze sculpture that reinterprets the classical Greek myth with a contemporary twist. The piece, measuring 34 x 48 x 16 cm, presents Laocooon and his sons struggling against serpents, a scene laden with tension and emotion. Balkenhol’s modern aesthetic simplifies and stylizes the figures, creating a dynamic yet approachable composition that emphasizes their anguish and struggle. The artist’s attention to detail and the expressive forms capture the timeless theme of human suffering, drawing a connection between ancient mythology and the present day. The sculpture’s craftsmanship and powerful narrative invite viewers to reflect on the enduring nature of myth.
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Stephan Balkenhol
Mann Mit Weißem Hemd, 2017 / 2023
Limited Edition Print
Mixed Media
EUR 20,000 - 25,000
What is contemporary art?
Contemporary art refers to avant-garde or innovative art created in the recent past or present day. The exact starting point of contemporary art varies depending on the institution, often tied to the founding year of museums or galleries that showcase the style. Contemporary art is characterized by its focus on current ideas, diverse media, and the exploration of new concepts and techniques.