1903 Amsterdam
1987 the Hague
Wim Sinemus (1903–1987) was a pioneering Dutch artist who pushed the boundaries of traditional painting. With his daring abstract compositions and innovative use of color, he sought the essence of emotion and form. His work invites a deep experience and reflection on the visual and inner landscape.
“Every brushstroke reveals a world of emotion and discovery, where soft colours and unusual shapes together tell a story that transcends conventions.”
Wim Sinemus was a pioneer in Dutch Modern Art. He moved to Paris in 1928. There he met Hans Hartung and Henri Goetz, who made geometric abstract work. When the Second World War broke out, he lived just north of Nice. There he became friends with Nicolaas de Staël. Inspired by these encounters, Sinemus chose a radical course by leaving conventional forms behind. He discovered the power of abstraction and transformed his vision into a unique visual language, in which color, form and rhythm merge into an intense and compelling whole.
Focused on the visual, he usually sketched outdoors and then went home to paint. In doing so, he gradually left out more of the motif, so that it was hardly visible in the result. The next step was obvious, I started painting without a sketch as a starting point.
Sinemus’ innovative approach brought him into contact with other innovative thinkers and artists, which further stimulated his artistic development. His legacy is not only to be found in the many beautiful works he left behind, but also in the inspiration he offered to later generations. By breaking with conventions, he evoked a new understanding of painting.
This exhibition is a tribute to the vision and perseverance of Wim Sinemus. It is an invitation to explore the rich world of abstraction and immerse yourself in the power of color and form. Let yourself be carried away by the story of an artist who offered a new perspective on reality with every brushstroke.
