Visual Art

Perspective

A folly that gives the optical illusion of a summerhouse.

Location Zomeren op de buitenplaats, Beeckestijn, Velsen, NL
Production 2014
Material Steel, wood, acrylic, varnish
Measurement 320 x 320 x 310 cm (LxWxH)

Perspective is a folly that gives the optical illusion of a summerhouse.

From specific points of view, the work blends in optimally with its environment as a space where plants bloom. The work is a still life that only gives the perfect image from the "right" line of sight in the "right" way.

This work originated in the style garden of the Beeckestijn estate.

A style garden is designed from an ideal perspective on beauty and manufacturability. A folly is a structure made to decorate the garden but gives the illusion of having (had) a different function.

Perspective is a painting of a garden house with a false perspective, making the folly appear to have volume.

Perspective has also been shown at Park Frankendael, Anningahof, Rijnstate Hospital, Ravesteyn Sculpture Garden