JEAN DUBUFFET 1901-1985

Jean Dubuffet (1901–1985) was a French painter and sculptor, renowned for his innovative approach to art that rejected traditional aesthetics. He is best known for founding the Art Brut movement, which celebrates raw, unrefined art created outside the mainstream, particularly by non-professional artists. Dubuffet’s work often incorporated unconventional materials such as dirt, sand, and tar, reflecting his belief in the purity of uninhibited creativity. His distinctive style combined abstraction, figuration, and vibrant colors, challenging the norms of contemporary art. Throughout his career, Dubuffet explored themes of mental illness, the human condition, and the power of the subconscious, cementing his place as a pioneering figure in post-war European art.