The title of this sculpture refers to the way we rearrange and backdate our memories. If space is a collection of moments, framed by memories that guide us to and from places, then it harbours a certain moral compass. In this time of active or inactive remembrance of past times and events, or a rethinking of those memories, I wanted to create a sculptural space for those memories that were sacrificed along the way. Those events continue to exist within us. They shape our lives, and to some extent our future as well. This is a monument to those memories that we sometimes secure, hide, move or would rather see disappear.

Chris installed his latest sculpture titled ‘Fragmented Reality‘ on the campus of ITM University in Gwalior, India. The large-scale stainless steel sculpture, measuring 350 x 350 x 30cm, has a nice intimate spot on the campus. At nighttime, the sculpture can be seen clearly, contrasting its natural surroundings. As it is situated on an elevated area, with steps leading up to it, the work reveals itself as one climbs the stairs.

The installation of this new sculpture in concrete titled ‘Sheltered Development’, went really smooth. The 5 meters and roughly 40 ton weighing sculpture, fits its surroundings perfectly. The work will be on display at De Meteoor BV production plant for the time being. This company invented these concrete plates a 100 years ago and still producte them to this day.

This project was made possible with the support of:

“The sculpture titled ‘Sheltered Development’ expresses a great deal of velocity. The design is based on an angular U-shape that, due to the repetitive way of stacking, unfolds into a graceful dynamic beacon. A shape with a strong sense of movement which propels in an upward direction. A sculpture that has similarities with a DNA strand but just as much evokes associations of a spiralling staircase to an as-yet-unknown destination. A sculptural growth model showing a nomadic journey, with each step taken towards a brighter future. This particular way of stacking, creates a twisted shape with two tracks, creating a small space for shelter. A safe place that grows and moves with you as you walk around the artwork.”

This new limited edition sculpture titled ‘Sheltered Development’ forms the starting point for a new series of work. The proceeds of this edition will go towards future projects.

10% of each sculpture sold, will go towards preserving the work by Dutch sculptor Gerard Höweler who passed away in 2021. He has always been a shining example to me, a mentor in many ways, and has helped me throughout my career. He is definitely part of my sculptural DNA and has sheltered my development in many ways. To keep his work in the limelight, I’ve decided to put 10% of the proceeds aside for future exhibitions of his work or any other form of presentation. This will be done in collaboration with his family, galleries and befriended fellow sculptors.

This edition is offered in two sizes. Both made from MDF with a mat finish.

Dimensions:      27 (h) x 14 x 14 cm
Edition:              20
Price:                €750 

* a 10% discount will be given if you purchase more than one sculpture

The multiple will be available from the 15th of April. It will be signed and numbered and issued with a certificate of authenticity. Costs of transportation within The Netherlands are included in the price. We do however ship worldwide so do contact the studio for more information.

On the 6th of Januari an article about Chris and his life as a sculptor, was published in two Dutch newspapers.
The ‘AD‘ , a national newspaper and ‘De Stentor‘ which focuses on regional matters.

My latest large-scale work ‘VOGELVRIJ’, made of German sandstone, was recently unveiled in Germany. The two part work was placed in a wonderful green space near the town of Schmalenberg. One part is a small sculptural space allowing someone to enter. On the back of the largest piece, the title can be read as braille. Not as elevated bumps but as holes that act as fensters. One can see through the language of the visually impaired and catch a glimpse of the unrestricted free space that surrounds the sculpture. Placed at a distance from the building, lies a rough piece of the same sandstone. A silent witness of time and a beacon of origin.