Sometimes a piece comes along that doesn't whisper, but gently winks. This swimmer in her blue and white striped sailor suit is one of them. With her slightly amazed look, pronounced red lips, and playful attitude, she seems to float somewhere between a summer day at the sea and a whimsical dream. A little outside the lines – and precisely because of that, irresistible.
You see it immediately: this is handmade. The rough texture of the ceramic, the small imperfections, the soft traces of fingers that shaped it... everything exudes authenticity. Her brightly blue swimming cap, her striped outfit, and the warm, earthy tones of the body together create a surprisingly harmonious whole. Different from the usual, with a soul – precisely what De Tuin Der Kunsten stands for.
But the story goes beyond form alone. This sculpture was made within the day care of a social institution. The stamp and initials at the bottom reveal the maker – a silent signature of human creativity and meaning. And good to know: with every purchase, a part flows back to this place. Art that not only touches your interior, but also gives back.
This is an object with layers: craftsmanship, origin, and a unique character all in one.
It also brings a gentle playfulness, a smile without noise.
Quirky, expressive, and wonderfully different.
Place her where she can be seen: on a pedestal, an open cabinet, or as an unexpected guest on a dresser. She feels at home in interiors that dare – but also brings a playful contrast to a calm, minimalist space.
As always with De Tuin Der Kunsten: art can be affordable, but never soulless. This is one of those pieces that adds warmth, character, and subtle quirkiness to your interior.
Are you unsure where she will best come into her own? As an interior composer, I am happy to help you place the right artwork in the right place. You can also experience this sculpture in person in the art room of De Tuin Der Kunsten.
If you want more information, please let me know.
Details
- Sculpture: swimmer in sailor suit
- Material: ceramic
- Colors: blue, white, red, earth tones
- Dimensions: 15 x 12 x 29 cm
- Condition: good condition
- Features: handmade, stamped, and with initials
- Origin: social institution (day care)
- Extra: part of proceeds goes back to the institution
