{"product_id":"idool-met-de-ogen-open-lucebert","title":"Idool met de ogen open - Lucebert","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist portrait by the Dutch CoBrA artist Lucebert, featuring a haunting, direct gaze rendered in graphite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLucebert, born Lubertus Jacobus Swaanswijk, was a central figure in the Dutch post-war avant-garde. Known primarily as a poet and painter, his visual work often features simplified, almost childlike figures that carry a sense of unease or psychological weight. This drawing, titled Idool met de ogen open, demonstrates his characteristic economy of line. The subject is rendered with minimal detail, yet the placement of the eyes and the shading around the nose and hair create a distinct, haunting presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this work, the artist employs a clean, deliberate line to define the facial structure. The shading is restricted to specific areas, such as the hair and the bridge of the nose, which provides a sense of volume without relying on traditional modelling techniques. The figure stares directly at the viewer, maintaining a fixed, unblinking gaze that aligns with the title. The composition is stark, set against a plain background, which forces the viewer to confront the subject without distraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLucebert was a founding member of the CoBrA movement, which prioritised spontaneous expression and a rejection of academic conventions. While this drawing dates to 1984, long after the formal dissolution of the group, it retains the raw, unrefined energy that defined his earlier contributions to the movement. The work reflects his interest in the human condition, often portraying figures that appear isolated or detached from their surroundings. The date inscribed at the bottom right, 84. 11. 24, confirms the specific moment of its creation, providing a clear link to the artist's later period of production. This piece is a clear example of his ability to convey complex emotional states through the simplest of visual means.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pierrot-lunaire-paul-klee\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePierrot Lunaire - Paul Klee — Paul Klee\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/entcounter-ernst-ludwig-kirchner\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEntcounter - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner — Ernst Ludwig Kirchner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lucebert","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58473537110351,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58473537175887,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58473537274191,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58473537306959,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58473537372495,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Idool-met-de-ogen-open_Poster_CompositorV1_1786312570951.jpg?v=1786686660","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/products\/idool-met-de-ogen-open-lucebert","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}