Act of Despair (Thonet version) Folkert de Jong
(2012)

150 x 50 x 50 cm patinated bronze Galerie Fons Welters Photo: Aatjan Renders

The macabre, carnival-like images and groups of images by Folkert de Jong are instantly recognisable. This is mainly because of his unique use of material: a combination of styrofoam and polyurethane foam, normally used for insulation purposes in décor building, the construction industry and architecture. Another striking feature is the extravagant use of colour which is in stark contrast to the bizarre and at times gruesome scenes.

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