Born in Amsterdam in 1940, Gerti Bierenbroodspot has emerged over the years as one of the most renowned, beloved, and multifaceted artists in the Netherlands. Her greatest inspiration is Leonardo Da Vinci, known as l’uomo universale – the universal man. Bierenbroodspot’s repertoire includes painting, sculpture, bronze casting, tapestry design, ceramics, and stained glass.
Renowned writer Gerrit Komrij included a short poem by Gertie Bierenbroodspot in his seminal work on Dutch poetry. In addition to poetry, she also writes beautifully lyrical prose. She has aspirations to one day compose an opera, with the libretto already conceptualized.
The central theme in Gertie Bierenbroodspot’s work is the labyrinth of time in which we wander. In her core, she is a devotee of the god Shiva, who dances to destroy creation in order for the new to emerge. This theme is ever-present in her work and the way in which she gives it form.
For years, Gertie Bierenbroodspot was part of an archaeological team conducting research in the Jordanian city of Petra. She has also been involved in archaeological research in other countries in the Middle East. In 1995, she was knighted by King Hussein of Jordan.
www.ftn-books.com has now the title with the works on Egypt and Pompeii available
