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Bakker's artistic style ranged from expressive and energetic to quiet and introspective. The human form was his central theme, and he drew inspiration from classical
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Bakker's achievements extended beyond his sculptures. A film portrait titled "Bronze Alive" about Bakker, directed by Tom
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Jits Bakker was a prolific artist whose career spanned over five decades. Primarily a sculptor, working with
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