Michel van Overbeeke - 2000 1/8
Michel van Overbeeke - 2000 1/8
Signed, numbered (1/8) and dated (2000) on the sculpture.
This playful yet poetic bronze sculpture by Michel van Overbeeke depicts a stylized figure balancing horizontally on one foot, as if weightlessly moving through space. The elongated arms and compact body create an elegant tension between movement and stillness, with every line contributing to the sense of lightness and free expression. The rounded shapes of the head and torso detail reinforce this balance and give the figure an almost floating appearance.
The greenish patina adds vibrant nuances to the surface and subtly illuminates the bronze when light falls on it. The dark base creates a powerful counterpoint and firmly connects the figure to the robust stone plinth, giving the composition a clear vertical anchor.
The pose suggests freedom, confidence, and playful daring. Despite its minimalist design, this work has a strong sculptural presence. A truly modern artwork for lovers of expressive and refined figurative bronzes.
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Material
Material
Bronze
Dimensions
Dimensions
22 cm high x 11 cm wide x 5 cm deep
Weight
Weight
1.1 kg
About the artist: Michel van Overbeeke
Michel van Overbeeke (1942)is a Dutch artist known for his versatile oeuvre, which combines painting, printmaking, and three-dimensional work in a powerful, symbolic visual language. Born in Middelburg, he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rotterdam, where he developed his technical skills and experimental drive. Van Overbeeke's work often combines figurative elements with a mystical or mythological undercurrent, giving his art a layered and contemplative quality. Besides being a painter and printmaker, he is also active as a sculptor, working with powerful, expressive forms in bronze and other materials. His oeuvre is characterized by rich textures, warm tones, and a flair for monumental composition. Van Overbeeke has exhibited extensively both domestically and internationally and has gained recognition for his unique blend of classical symbolism and modern artistic freedom. His work is included in numerous private and public collections. Thanks to his distinctive style and profound artistic content, Van Overbeeke is considered an influential and enduring figure in Dutch contemporary art.