Sinke & Van Tongeren Furniture

A head mount of a black crowned crane (Balearica pavonina) rests atop an antique wooden sphere. The bold, rounded base contrasts with the slender, graceful neck of the bird. This ba...

KING OF THE MUSEUM Since we started, we always wanted to make a very large crocodile. Wishful thinking, we thought it was. But now we were able to do so. We were lucky we could obtain a Nile crocodile...

A unique hand-sculptured mannequin creates a one of a kind work of fine Taxidermy. Al the bare skin parts are hand-painted. This common African Ostrich is 2 meters high and built on...

A huge 19th Century French Birdcage with a composition of nineteen Fine Taxidermy birds. We can imagine this being an amazing orchestra of beautiful tunes. Among the musicians are a ...

This elegant composition features a Cacatua leadbeateri, known for its soft pink plumage and lively, inquisitive character. The bird is suspended within an antique leather ring, hung...

A cockatoo stands in a lively, dancing pose on an antique gilded base. It balances carefully on coral spheres, giving the work a sense of lightness and movement. The bird’s feathers ...

This monumental work is inspired on the famous quote of Darwin. “If everyone were cast in the same mould, there would be no such thing as beauty.” It is because of this quote that we added Darwin to our name Darwin, Sinke & van Tongeren. This quote also fits our goal to do all our taxidermy work without the use of factory moulds that are typical for contemporary taxidermy. We sculpt all our bodies by hand and therefor can create the unique poses like how they line up in this mayor work. We combined many different birds with many different features from many different points of the compass. Together they form a 17th Century like composition of colours and poses. This collection varies from the rare African Congo Peafowl and a gracious Stanley Crane to a regular Dutch chicken. Quoting Charles Darwin...

The third series of photographs by fine Taxidermists Sinke & Van Tongeren After observing and analysing so many 17th century paintings, they were inspired to create a new series of work focused on still life masterpieces. They chose photography as the medium to portray their fine Taxidermy work interpreted through vanitas still lifes. The collection, ‘Les Peintures des Taxidermistes’, comprises eight works. Vanitas still lifes were enormously popular in the 17th century, often inspired by biblical themes and the saying that “All is vanity”. It reminded the viewer of his or her own mortality. For these series of still lifes Sinke & van Tongeren not only created meaningful scenes of taxidermy, they also mined their enormous collection of great finds to gather the most beautiful and unusual antiques to complement each scene. Title of this work; ’RÉUNION D’OISEAUX ÉTRANGERS’ Cabinets of curiosity were of monumental importance in the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. Assembling them with interesting and rare objects was a competitive hobby amongst the elite, and to collect a great number of mounted species from everywhere in the world was the Holy Grail of the day. For ‘Réunion d’oiseaux étrangers’, we created that Holy Grail again, but this time stocking our cabinet with seemingly live species. This plentiful composition is staged in a cabinet with different boxes holding rare species such as a Toco Toucan, Scarlet ibis, Cock of the Rock...

Unknown pose by Curvier's Cayman is nr. 2/10. Size: 113 x 90 cm (44.5 x 35.4 in). Size framed (optional). 127 x 104 cm (50 x 41 in). Medium. Giclée Fine Art Print on Hahnemuehle Photo Rag Ultra Smooth. About the Artists: Jaap Sinke (1973), Ferry van Tongeren (1967). Education: Willem de Kooning academy, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Academy of Tilburg, Tilburg, The Netherlands. About the collection: At the start op 2015 Damien Hirst bought the complete collection by Sinke and Van Tongeren...

The Duyvenbode’s Lory (Chalcopsitta duivenbodei) is found in northern New Guinea. Named after Maarten Dirk van Renesse van Duivenbode (June 2, 1804 – March 31, 1878) who was a Dutch merchant, trader of bird skins for fashion and naturalia. The colour palette of this bird is very special. Almost bronze like. A great match with the antique velvet base. Note: All animals used for their work came from captivity and died on natural causes. No animals are raised or killed for their work. The works of Dutch Artists Sinke and van Tongeren are inspired by golden age old master painters...

A cute artwork with two young Ring-tailed Coatis (Nasua nasua) playing with a piece of fruit. Set on a wooden plinth. This object is currently on display at JAMB, Pimlico Rd, Lond...

A head mount of a black crowned crane (Balearica pavonina) rests atop an antique wooden sphere. The bold, rounded base contrasts with the slender, graceful neck of the bird. This ba...

Title: Unknown Pose by Mute Swan II. Edition of 10. Also available as a duo. Please inquire. Size: 160 x 160 cm (63 x 63 in). Size Framed (optional). 174 x 174 cm (68.5 x 68.5 in). Medium: Gicle´e Fine Art Print on Hahnemuehle Photo Rag Ultra Smooth. The works from the 'Unknown Poses Collection' are directly related to the DSvT taxidermy process, which requires enormous patience and dedication. Before being mounted, the animal, reptile and bird skins are carefully bathed to ensure they are as clean and bright as possible. While these empty skins float in the soapy water, they seem to be revived back into life, performing a sort of graceful water ballet. Sinke and van Tongeren...

Title: Trophees Defence An impressive set of 12 sculptures creating a wall of weaponry. Real antique horns and antlers facing the viewer and forcing it into defence. From left ...

Unknown pose by Cayman is nr. 3/10. Size 160 x 160 cm (63 x 63 in). Size framed (optional). 174 x 174 cm (68.5 x 68.5 in). Medium Giclée Fine Art Print on Hahnemuehle Pho...

Unknown pose by Amur Tiger is nr. 3/10. Size: 160 x 160 cm (63 x 63 in). Size framed (optional). 174 x 174 cm (68.5 x 68.5 in). Medium Giclée Fine Art print on Hahnemuehl...

The third series of photographs by fine Taxidermists Sinke & Van Tongeren. After observing and analysing so many 17th century paintings, they were inspired to create a new series of work focused on still life masterpieces. They chose photography as the medium to portray their Fine Taxidermy work interpreted through vanitas still lifes. The collection, ‘Les Peintures des Taxidermistes’, comprises eight works. Vanitas still lifes were enormously popular in the 17th century, often inspired by biblical themes and the saying that “All is vanity...

The third series of photographs by fine taxidermists Sinke & Van Tongeren After observing and analysing so many 17th-century paintings, they were inspired to create a new series of ...

Unknown pose by Wreathed Hornbill is nr. 4/10. Size: 40 x 40 cm (15.7 x 15.7 in). Size Framed (optional). 48 x 48 cm (19 x 19 in). Medium Giclée Fine Art Print on Hahnemu...

The third series of photographs by fine Taxidermists Sinke & Van Tongeren After observing and analysing so many 17th-century paintings, they were inspired to create a new series of ...

Unknown Pose by Scarlet Ibis (Red Ibis) is nr. 9/10. Size: 113 x 90 cm (44.5 x 35.4 in). Size Framed (optional). 127 x 104 cm (50 x 41in). Medium: Giclée Fine Art Print on Hahnemuehle Photo Rag Ultra Smooth. About the Artists: Jaap Sinke (1973), Ferry van Tongeren (1967). Education: Willem de Kooning academy, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Academy of Tilburg, Tilburg, The Netherlands. About the collection: At the start op 2015 Damien Hirst acquired the complete collection by Sinke and Van Tongeren...

Unknown Pose by Burmese Python is nr. 3/10. Size: 160 x 160 cm (63 x 63 in). Size Framed (optional). 174 x 174 cm (68.5 x 68.5 in). Medium: G...

Unknown pose by Black-necked Swan is nr. 5/10. Size 90 x 113 cm (35.4 x 44.5 in). Size framed (optional). 104 x 127 cm (41 x 50 in). Medium Giclée Fine Art Print on Hahne...

The third series of photographs by fine Taxidermists Sinke & Van Tongeren After observing and analysing so many 17th century paintings, they were inspired to create a new series of ...

The third series of photographs by Fine Taxidermists Sinke & Van Tongeren After observing and analyzing so many 17th century paintings, they were inspired to create a new series of ...

The third series of photographs by Fine Taxidermists Sinke & Van Tongeren After observing and analyzing so many 17th century paintings, they were inspired to create a new series of work focused on still life masterpieces. They chose photography as the medium to portray their fine taxidermy work interpreted through vanitas still life's. The collection, ‘Les Peintures des Taxidermistes’, comprises eight works. Vanitas still lifes were enormously popular in the 17th century, often inspired by biblical themes and the saying that “All is vanity”. It reminded the viewer of his or her own mortality. For these series of still lifes Sinke & van Tongeren not only created meaningful scenes of taxidermy, they also mined their enormous collection of great finds to gather the most beautiful and unusual antiques to complement each scene. Title of this work; ’LA SURVIE DU PLUS FORT‘ Rich textiles are pulled back to reveal a Dutch antique bible that is almost hidden under the powerful presence of the Nile Crocodile skull under an American Alligator skull...

Title: Unknown Pose by Scarlet Ibis II. Edition of 3. Special Edition limited to 3 prints. Framed in a 17th century 'van Gooyen' profile black wooden circular frame with Museum Glass...

Unknown Pose by Toucan is nr. 3/10. Size: 90 x 113 cm (35.4 x 44.5 in). Size framed (optional) 104 x 127 cm (41 x 50 in). Medium Giclée Fine Art Print on Hahnemuehle Photo Rag Ultra Smooth. About the Artists: Jaap Sinke (1973), Ferry van Tongeren (1967). Education: Willem de Kooning academy, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Academy of Tilburg, Tilburg, The Netherlands. About the collection: At the start op 2015 Damien Hirst bought the complete collection by Sinke and Van Tongeren...

Unknown pose by Green-winged Macaw is nr. 2/10. Size: 160 x 160 cm (63 x 63 in). Size framed (optional). 174 x 174 cm (68.5 x 68.5 in). Medium. Giclée fine art print on H...

"Unknown Pose by Black eagle" is nr. 2/10. Size: 40 x 40 cm (15.7 x 15.7 in). Size framed (optional): 48 x 48 cm (19 x 19 in). Medium: Giclée F...

Unknown pose by Black-face Ibis is nr. 3/10. Size 90 x 113 cm (35.4 x 44.5 in). Size Framed (optional). 104 x 127 cm (41 x 50 in). Medium Giclée Fine Art Print on Hahnemuehle Photo Rag Ultra Smooth. About the Artists: Jaap Sinke (1973), Ferry van Tongeren (1967). Education: Willem de Kooning academy, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Academy of Tilburg, Tilburg, The Netherlands. About the collection: At the start op 2015 Damien Hirst acquired the complete collection by Sinke and Van Tongeren...

Unknown Pose by Roseate Spoonbill is nr. 7/10. Size: 160 x 160 cm (63 x 63 in). Size Framed (optional). 174 x 174 cm (68.5 x 68.5 in). Medium Giclée Fine Art Print on Hah...

Unknown Pose by Great White Pelican (pink) is nr. 3/10. Size 160 x 160 cm (63 x 63 in). Size Framed (optional). 174 x 174 cm (68.5 x 68.5 in). Medium: Giclée Fine Art Pri...