Jean Dubuffet

French painter, sculptor, and art theorist

Jean Dubuffet - French painter, sculptor, and art theorist
Born

July 31st, 1901
124 years ago

Died

May 12th, 1985
40 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A French painter and sculptor, contributed significantly to the development of the Art Brut movement, emphasizing art created outside the boundaries of the traditional art world. Developed his own unique style characterized by bold colors, raw materials, and non-traditional techniques. Founded the Compagnie de l'Art Brut in 1948 to promote artworks by self-taught artists. His work often reflected themes of the subconscious and irrationality, challenging established norms in art. Dubuffet's art became increasingly recognized and influential in the mid-20th century, culminating in retrospectives and exhibitions in major galleries.

Founding the Art Brut movement

Creating works like 'Le Metafisicien'

Establishing the Compagnie de l'Art Brut

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