On the 15th of March, 1936, Hans van der Lek was born in The Hague, where he also passed away on the 9th of March, 2001.
Hans pursued studies at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in The Hague and at the Free Academy, also in The Hague. In addition, he was taught by Willem Hussum and Nol Kroes. Later on, he became a teacher at the academy and at Conny Sprinkhuizen’s.
As an artist, Van der Lek mainly worked in The Hague, Berchem (Antwerp), and Rijswijk.
Known for his collages, paintings, textile art, and gouaches, he created both figurative representations, abstract works, portraits, and still lifes. He gained particular recognition for his wall hangings.
Hans van der Lek was a member of the Pulchri Studio.
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