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Sombre développement

1959

Jean Dubuffet

Associated Names

Jean Dubuffet

Artist, French, 1901 - 1985

The image features textured patterns of splattered spots and vertical streaks, giving a sense of depth and movement. The abstract artwork resembles the rough texture of a weathered surface, similar to the bark of a tree or a rocky terrain. The interconnected array of earthy tones creates a visual that draws parallels to elements found in nature, like the uneven texture seen on aging wood or stone.

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Artwork overview

Medium

color lithograph
Credit Line

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

1971.84.15
Catalogue Raisonné

Loreau, Vol. vol.16, no. 330

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1964

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

Wikidata ID

Q65571955

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