Henk Helmantel - Book with signed dedication and 2 letters + extras - Sold

The book 'Henk Helmantel' from 1988 is offered. The book gives a free picture in words and images of this 'realistic' artist, who fits in the ranks of the great painters from the 17th and 18th centuries. In addition to the book with a dedication to a friendly artist couple, two letters have been added: a short letter, accompanying letter when donating this book. And a letter, both sides densely written. from 1989. Nice letter about this and that. Finally, a newspaper article and two Loan forms for paintings from the collection couple's possession have been added. The works are intended for an exhibition in the gallery space of Helmantel in Westeremden.

Henk Helmantel (1945) was born and raised in Westerem. He is the middle of five children and grew up as a child of a couple who had their own nursery in Westeremden, Groningen. His talent for drawing became apparent early on and before he was twelve he decided he wanted to become a painter. Helmantel studied painting at the Minerva Academy in Groningen from 1961 to 1965.
Henk Helmantel has become one of the most famous living Dutch painters. He feels strongly connected to the tradition of more than 500 years of Western European painting. Helmantel is generally considered a fine painter. This means that he depicts his subjects in a realistic way. He paints many still lifes and interiors of medieval churches and monasteries.

Helmantel's work is shown in his 'own' museum. The Helmantel Museum is open from 1 May to 1 November 2025 on: Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. Also open on Ascension Day and Whit Monday.