Jan Stel Dutch, b. 1970
Abandoned casino II
Photography
120 x 90 cm
Edition of 6 plus 2 artist proofs
signed
€3,950
Further images
Framed
The abandoned casino is located in Romania, perched on a cliff-side and facing the Black Sea. It was inaugurated in 1910 but is now forgotten. The building is in desperate need of investors, who can protect this piece of heritage. When Stel visited the casino, it had been deserted for more than 30 years. It was originally built in an art deco style and the shapes and details have remained intact.
There are so many details to enjoy: the beautiful refined shapes and structures, the remains of a majestic history, subtleties with the colour pallet (though becoming paler as time passes by) and the fabulous ambiance inside and outside.
In 2020 the casino is finally being renovated.