One Cent US Coins, 2021

Jan Henderikse  

This unique artwork by Jan Henderikse consists of 144 one-cent US coins mounted on a wooden board and arranged in a precise, evenly spaced grid. The repetition of identical copper coins creates a rhythmic surface in which material, reflection, and serial order dominate the visual experience. Subtle variations in patina and light introduce nuance within the otherwise strictly controlled composition.

The work is hand-signed on the reverse.

The work exemplifies Henderikse's long-standing engagement with everyday objects, stripped of their economic function and transformed into autonomous visual elements. By using the cent coin—an object of minimal monetary value—the artist shifts attention to structure, accumulation, and material presence, core principles of his ZERO-related practice.

Professionally framed in our own frame-shop, mounted floating on grey linen, in a high-quality, handcrafted grey wooden frame with UltraVue® UV70 art glass. Size framed approx. 45 x 45 cm.

The work exemplifies Henderikse's fascination with seriality, repetition, and everyday objects transformed into autonomous art. The contrast between industrial, functional materials and the controlled, almost meditative arrangement creates a powerful visual tension. Despite the modest scale of the elements, the work has a strong conceptual presence and sculptural depth.

Jan Henderikse (born 1937-lives in New York) is a Dutch artist and a key member of the ZERO movement, alongside artists such as Heinz Mack, Otto Piene, and Günther Uecker. He developed an international reputation for his distinctive use of everyday materials—coins, bottle caps, matches, boxes, and industrial objects—arranged in repetitive and systematic structures. Henderikse's work is defined by reduction, seriality, and a strong focus on material presence. His works are included in major museum collections worldwide, including the Mercedes Benz Collection and Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam.

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Delivered with a certificate of authenticity.

Worldwide shipping, tax-friendly to the USA and EU countries.
Custom handmade framing available on request.