Life and Work of Jaap Schreurs (1913-1983) Painter and father |
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6.2 Life and work - a second marriage continued |
The conversations about Krishnamurti's vision resulted in reflective works during this period. For example, talking about ‘The Actor’ he explained that a person can present himself in several ways, and still, in the light of Krishnamurti's view, these are all just make-believe figures.
The Actor, with figures on its border - acrylic paint on board 84x57cm ±1979 |
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This painting makes one wonder what
Fearfull eye behind fence Acrylic paint on hardboard 84x101cm ±1978 |
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1976 Sometimes sure of himself, sometimes shy |
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This painting, too, makes one wonder
Boy and woman in dune landscape Acrylpaint on hardboard ±1977 |
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In all those years it was taken for granted that he would visit us on our birthdays and, thanks to Eva's unconventional attitude, he was welcome on Mother's days as well. For the grandchildren, Jaap would play the much appreciated role of Sinterklaas (St Nicholas). Within these contexts he also attempted to rebuild his relationship with Eve. She, however, did not go along with this
Jaap with his former family at the entrance of the Zoo 1979 |
Timid naked woman Etching 8,7x14 cm 1974 |
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1965-1978 |
a second marriage |
1978-1983 |
final years |
1951-1965 |
life and work with the |
family in Utrecht |
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access to all periods |
by Nelleke and Paula |
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