Painting titled "Big Office" by Bert Hermans, Original Artwork, Oil

Big Office (2018) Painting by Bert Hermans

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Original Artwork Painting, Oil on Canvas

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Dimensions Height 31.5in, Width 23.6in

This painting was inspired by the office building (Big Office) of the former factory 'Royal Gist-Brocades' in Delft. The office was build in 1905 designed by the Amsterdam architects K. Muller and B. Schelling. The impressive big hall with glass roof is situated in the center of the building just after the Entrance building. Its shape and style are originated from the Rationalism, impressing its modernity and quality. The design has also been influenced by the University Museum of Oxford and the Exchange building ('Beurs') of the famous Dutch architect Berlage. The roof of the main hall has colored glass-work based on iron carriers and the floor consists of marble tiles. The Big Office of the Royal Gist-Brocades is an outstanding cultural and industrial heritage site not only because of the cultural historical value but also because of its architectural and town-planning interests. The building is an early example of the massive industrialization. In particular the special light and colors in the Big Office inspired Bert to create this painting.

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Bert Hermans

Netherlands

I was born in Voorburg (Netherlands) and live in Rotterdam. My interest in drawing and painting started at secondary school in Tilburg. Spatial mathematics (stereometry) really appealed to me. I also took drawing lessons there from a well-known painter, Jan Asselbergs. He thought I should go to art school, but because of the poor job market prospects I didn't do that at the time. I actually wanted to become an architect myself, but I worked as a lawyer. Nevertheless, my interest in (spatial) drawing and painting remained and I have picked up that thread again carefully, in addition to my work. I took painting lessons at the Stichting Kunstzinnige Vorming in Rotterdam (SKVR) in acrylic, watercolor and oil painting. Later I started specializing in oil painting. In line with my previous interest in architecture, I focused on industrial and cultural heritage. An inexhaustible theme.

In my work I have been influenced by artists such as Pieter Saenredam, M.C. Esscher and Hopper and the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, among others.
I have been making my oil paintings since 2013 in my studio at Vest 69 in Gouda. The source of inspiration for my paintings are abandoned and often dilapidated industrial buildings, which I usually capture just before demolition or renovation through sketches and photos. In addition to industrial heritage, I also paint cultural heritage: well-maintained or restored buildings with a cultural value.
I want to make my paintings a special experience through the use of color and light. Dark desolation has to make way for light and warmth. I regularly add characters to the heritage that give the image a different or extra meaning. Some paintings contain a "hidden message" or a reference to current events.