Activation XLVII (1985) by Jean Dubuffet

Activation XLVII - Jean Dubuffet - 1985

Artwork Information

TitleActivation XLVII
ArtistJean Dubuffet
Date1985
Art MovementArt Brut

About Activation XLVII

“Activation XLVII” is an abstract artwork by Jean Dubuffet, created in the year 1985. Dubuffet, an influential artist, was associated with the Art Brut movement, which emphasized raw, unrefined creativity often outside the established art scene. Art Brut, also known as “outsider art,” sought to express a more primal and authentic vision of human experience.

The artwork itself is characterized by a dynamic array of scribbled lines and shapes, executed with a sense of immediacy that typifies Dubuffet’s approach. Predominant colors in the composition include bold reds, deep blues, and stark blacks, set against a contrasting white background. The strokes vary in thickness and intensity, suggesting lively and spontaneous movement. The abstraction of forms does not convey a direct representation of physical reality, but rather an energetic interplay of lines and colors that invites personal interpretation from the viewer. The layered elements and overlapping colors contribute to a sense of depth and complexity, engaging the eye in a visual exploration of the artwork’s surface. The overall effect is one of raw expression, which is indicative of the Art Brut movement’s emphasis on the raw and untamed aspects of creativity.

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