Hans Theys is a twentieth-century philosopher and art historian. He has written and designed dozens of books on the works of contemporary artists and published hundreds of essays, interviews and reviews in books, catalogues and magazines. All his publications are based on actual collaborations and conversations with artists.

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Jef Lambrecht

©M HKA
Grey Van Gogh series
Maquette , A3/ 50x40 cm
paper, ink (printing)

Suite of copy-tryouts for series surronding the sale of Vincent Van Gogh paintings at Christie's. Jef Lambrecht did an elaborate project surrounding the canonization of Vincent Van Gogh after the record prices being paid in the early 90's - this fit's into that project, but at a later date...

Suite of copy-tryouts for series surronding the sale of Vincent Van Gogh paintings at Christie's. Jef Lambrecht did an elaborate project surrounding the canonization of Vincent Van Gogh after the record prices being paid in the early 90's - this fit's into that project, but at a later date...

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