paroolSep 7, 2026, 11:49

Review: ‘His work is what it is’ – this Amsterdam gallery presents Jeroen Henneman’s first major solo exhibition in eight years

Jeroen Henneman’s first major solo exhibition in eight years is now on display at the Vriend van Bavink gallery in Amsterdam. The show features a wide range of his signature standing drawings, sculptures, and paintings that distill everyday observations into their simplest forms.

The Amsterdam gallery Vriend van Bavink is currently hosting Jeroen Henneman’s first major solo exhibition in eight years. Known for his iconic public sculptures like The Scream in Oosterpark and his portrait of Beatrix, Henneman is celebrated for his signature standing drawings. These sculptures use minimal lines to evoke recognizable figures and objects from everyday observations, transforming simple compositions into artistic representations of things like mountain roads or moonlight in a studio. The exhibition highlights his diverse body of work, spanning various disciplines including painting, drawing, and sculpture. Recent pieces on display feature architectural elements such as hallways and doors crafted from raw, unpainted wood. Gallery owner Ruben Bunder emphasizes that Henneman’s art is accessible and direct, focusing on the essence of subjects without requiring overly complex interpretation. This retrospective showcases how his artistic practice, while abstract in appearance, remains deeply rooted in concrete observations and figurative tradition.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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