Abstract oak sculpture by Cor Dam 1970s
€5800
This mid-century modern sculpture by Dutch artist Cor Dam, crafted in the 1970s, reflects the artist’s signature blend of minimalism and organic abstraction. Hand-carved from oak, the work features gently undulating forms and smooth vertical planes that reveal Dam’s sensitivity to material and his sculptural precision.
The interplay of movement and stillness in this piece echoes the human form without becoming figurative, allowing viewers to connect emotionally and physically with its presence. The rich wood grain and warm finish bring a natural tactility that enhances its modernist aesthetic.
About the Artist
Cor Dam (1935–2019) was a renowned Dutch artist celebrated for his work in sculpture, ceramics, painting, and public art. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague, Dam developed a bold and refined visual language rooted in abstraction, modernist design, and expert craftsmanship.
Deeply inspired by the organic forms and philosophies of Constantin Brancusi, Jean Arp, and Henry Moore, Dam explored the tension between materiality and form, often blurring the line between functional design and autonomous sculpture. His public murals and freestanding works can be found throughout the Netherlands.
Cor Dam (1935–2019) was a renowned Dutch artist celebrated for his work in sculpture, ceramics, painting, and public art. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague, Dam developed a bold and refined visual language rooted in abstraction, modernist design, and expert craftsmanship.
