Vastgoed
55
The imminent transition from guilder to Euro gave Vastgoed 55 cause, in 2000, to invite textiles artist Barbara Broekman, via Enterprise & Art, to design a monumental tapestry for its premises at the Singel in Amsterdam where a number of financial institutions like Fortis Bank, Stichting Toezicht Effectenverkeer, and Werkgeversvereniging voor het Bankwezen have their offices.
The tapestry, of a design by Broekman, is a layered composition depicting
details of the banknotes of all European countries introducing the Euro
in 2001. It shows for instance the Dutch Lighthouse and Sunflower, as
well as the French Petit Prince and the Portuguese Merchantman. Graphic
art by Dutch banknote designer, Jaap Drupsteen, provides internal coherence.
The beauty and unique identity of the highly distinct banknotes, whose
extinction is imminent, are emphasized in this object.
Artist
Barbara Broekman in front of her tapestry 'Disappeared Currencies',1999
Testimonial Barbara Broekman, Artist
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"In
the course of our long association the ties of friendship have grown
deep between Onderneming & Kunst and myself, creating a strong
bond of trust. We know how the other thinks, respect one another’s opinions and contacts are open and frank. I admire Onderneming & Kunst’s enthusiasm, inventiveness and engagement towards both clients and artists. I fondly recall my collaboration with clients I was introduced to via Onderneming & Kunst. I look forward to future projects with keen interest." |
Barbara
Broekman the Netherlands, 1955)
Disappeared currencies, 1999
tufted wool
480 x 160 cm
Collection Vastgoed 55