Born in the Netherlands, Rudolf Boelee immigrated to New Zealand in 1963 and has been painting for the past 35 years. Screenprinting has become his media of choice as it allows Boelee to work multiply within the realms of constructivism, pop art and design. He draws the inspiration for his works from various sources including science fiction, magazines, popular culture images and film.
The total number of works by Rudolf Boelee offered for sale by auction since 2003 is 121, of which 76 (63%) were sold. The highest price recorded for the artist is $2,428 for New Zealand Railway Cup Triptych sold by Dunbar Sloane in November 2005. This year 2 works have been offered for sale. Works by Rudolf Boelee are held by the Christchurch Art Gallery.
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