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On the back: Voor Constantijn van Constant 31-8-1988 (To Constantijn from Constant 31-8-1988)

Circa 1980

Constant's house on the Kromme Waal was very close to the Amsterdam Red Light District, an area that suffered from a huge drug problem in the 1980's. This poignant image arose after Constant encountered one of the many heroin-addicted sex workers in his neighbourhood.

Circa 1980

Edition: 70

There are two different origin stories accompanying this painting. According to the art dealer Nico Delaive, Constant got his inspiration in 1979 when he paid Delaive a two month visit in Italy. One day, Constant saw a bridal couple sitting at a large table with guests. He later declared to Delaive that this scene had formed the basis for the painting.

Circa 1980

Circa 1980
The image size as drawn by Constant: 21 x 29,4 cm

circa 1980

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