Ceramic wall relief by Cor Dam, the Netherlands 1970s

Unique Ceramic wall relief by Cor Dam (1935 -2019), the Netherlands 1970s. A truly amazing work that is catching the eye in a subtle way from every angle. Dam studied at the Royal Academy of Arts in the Hague, he made sculptures in ceramic, concrete wood and metal beside sculptures he made paintings and ink drawings. From 1950 - 1965 Cor Dam was involved at the art department of 'De Porceleyne Fles' (est. 1665) wider known as Royal Delft where he was responsible for special art commissions. After that period he worked on many projects at 'Keramische Ateliers Structuur 68', a ceramic workshop which was the place to go for many artist who wanted to make something special in ceramic, it was the first atelier who made it possible for CoBrA artists to have their works produced in outspoken colors. Due to all this technical experience Dam was capable to make very experimental and technical correct artworks. This work is a good example of his great craftsmanship and outspoken aesthetic eye for outstanding objects. The work is made in natural strong ceramic which has a nice darker points in it, its finished with a subtle ivory glaze which shows a beautiful crackle pattern. The work is signed at the the left side of the work: C.D. In excellent original condition.