Margot Homan

Margot Homan has carved a distinctive path in the world of contemporary sculpture, blending profound humanistic themes with a meticulous attention to form and material. Born in Oss, the Netherlands, Homan’s early artistic inclinations led her to the Academy for Visual Arts in Tilburg, where she faced constraints on figurative expression. Undeterred, she pursued her artistic vision, developing a unique figurative style that transcends traditional boundaries. Today, she divides her time between her studios in Tilburg and Pietrasanta, Italy, where she meticulously oversees the creation of her bronze sculptures at the Mariani foundry.

 

Since 1985, Homan has dedicated herself entirely to her artistic passion, earning accolades from notable cultural historians such as Sir Ernest Gombrich and Prof. Henk van Os. Her works are celebrated both in the Netherlands and internationally, gracing prominent exhibitions and prestigious venues like the Drents Museum, Panorama Museum in Germany, and Palazzo Ducale in Massa, Italy. Homan’s sculptures have also been featured at major art fairs, including TEFAF Maastricht, PAN Amsterdam, and the Olympia Art Fair in London.

 

Homan’s oeuvre is distinguished by its exploration of the human condition, particularly the universal themes of struggle, acceptance, and inner solace. Her works are not mere representations of the human form but are imbued with a deeper, almost mythic quality. She seeks to capture what she describes as "the sublime," an essence that transcends individual experience and resonates on a collective level. This pursuit of the sublime drives her to balance the existential challenges depicted in her sculptures, achieving a harmonious expression of both human conflict and the wisdom of acceptance.

 

Her artistic process is deeply rooted in the philosophy of "transfiguration," where the everyday reality is transformed into a mythic and timeless expression. Homan's sculptures, whether in bronze or marble, are the result of an intensive and passionate dedication to her craft. Each piece is meticulously crafted, from the initial chaos of unshaped clay to the final, life-impassioned form. This commitment to perfection led her to Pietrasanta, a town renowned for its artistic heritage, where she has collaborated with the Mariani foundry for over two decades.

 

Homan's sculptures are not only found in private collections but also in public spaces, testament to their universal appeal and emotional depth. Notable public commissions include her marble sculpture at the Textiel Museum and a bronze portrait unveiled by Queen Beatrix at Tilburg University. Her work "Anima Animus" stands proudly in Tilburg, while her portrait of Marga Klompé resides in the Houses of Parliament in The Hague.

 

In her own words, Homan describes her artistic journey as a quest for an expression that transcends the limits of anatomy, stretching physical reality into her artistic concept. “In a humanistic sense, all my work – in style and theme – tends towards the conditions of harmony and balance. But materializing my artistic concept, I seek for an expression that transcends the limits of anatomy, stretching physical reality into my artistic concept, which is not linked to a specific individual but to ‘man’ in a universal sense.”

 

Margot Homan's sculptures are celebrated for their ability to evoke deep, universal emotions through their exquisite form and profound thematic resonance. Her works invite viewers to reflect on the complexities of the human experience, offering both a mirror to our struggles and a beacon of the inner peace that can be found through acceptance. Through her refined elegance and dedication to the sublime, Homan continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of contemporary sculpture.