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Robert Detheux / 1979 / Rare surrealist painting / Madame la Colonelle
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Batalha, PortugalOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 58 sales
Product description
Robert Detheux's 1979 painting "Portrait Belliqueux / Madame la colonelle" is a fascinating work that evokes a presence both ethereal and imposing. Measuring 70 cm by 60 cm, it captures a figure shrouded in an aura of mystery and strength. The title, "Portrait Belliqueux", suggests a duality between apparent gentleness and inner strength, while "Madame la colonelle" lends a military authority to the figure depicted.
Detheux's artistic inspiration could be linked to abstract expressionism, where the emphasis is on emotion and subjective interpretation. The soft color palette and blurred contours recall the works of Francis Bacon, who also explores the depths of the human psyche. We can also see an influence of Surrealism, with a touch of mystery and dreaminess, similar to the work of René Magritte, another Belgian artist.
Compared with other artists of the same period, this work can be compared with the work of Lucian Freud, who explores the complexity of human identity, or Gerhard Richter, known for his blurred, enigmatic portraits. Detheux's painting captures a timeless essence, where identity and authority mingle in a subtle dance of shapes and colors.
Provenance
Collection of the artist's family.
Biography
Robert Detheux, born in Brussels in 1932, established himself as a singular figure on the Belgian art scene in the 1950s, notably through his involvement with the Surrealist and Dadaist movements. His works testify to his ability to blend poetry, subversion and plastic invention. From the 1970s onwards, he moved towards lyrical abstraction, while retaining the influence of Surrealism and Dadaism.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGrey, Pink, WhiteMaterialCanvasNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight70 cmWidth60 cmDepth4 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring, Crack, Scratches
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Batalha, PortugalOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 58 sales