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Pulverulence terreuse

1958

Jean Dubuffet

Associated Names

Jean Dubuffet

Artist, French, 1901 - 1985

The image shows a rectangular form filled with speckled dots and blotches, creating an abstract texture resembling a weathered surface. The marks throughout the artwork evoke natural erosion or decay, reminiscent of aged surfaces such as rusted metal or patinated stone.

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Artwork overview

Medium

color lithograph
Credit Line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. N. Richard Miller
Accession Number

1974.114.7
Catalogue Raisonné

Loreau, Vol. vol.16, no. 280

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1964

Loreau, Max. Catalogue des travaux de Jean Dubuffet. 33 vols. Paris: Jean-Jacques Pauvert, 1964-1982.

Wikidata ID

Q65572075

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