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Robert Detheux rare painting from 1963
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Private sellerBatalha, PortugalOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 63 sales
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This work by Robert Detheux, dated 1963, measures 51 cm x 41 cm. It depicts a delicate portrait of a woman wearing a hat adorned with a flower. The features are sketched with fluid lines and subtle shades of blue and brown. The facial expression is soft and introspective, while the style of the hat adds a touch of elegance. The composition combines elements of realism and abstraction, typical of Detheux's style, creating an atmosphere that is both classic and modern.
Robert Detheux (1935-2010) - Surrealism, Dadaism, Lyrical abstraction
An exceptional discovery: Robert Detheux's secret studio finally revealed!
Following the revelation of his long-hidden studio, I had the unique opportunity to acquire Robert Detheux's entire studio collection: over 1,200 works spanning his entire career, from his first experiments in 1949 to his last creations, two years before his death in 2010. Each piece is certified by the artist's original stamp.
Born in Brussels, Robert Detheux established himself as a singular figure on the Belgian art scene in the 1950s. Close to the surrealist circles inherited from Magritte and Paul Nougé, he distinguished himself with works in which the imaginary, the unconscious and the absurd are interwoven with poetry and humor. His commitment to Dadaism led him to explore collage, assemblage and automatic writing, giving his work great formal freedom.
His Surrealist and Dadaist paintings testify to a profuse inventiveness and a strong taste for surprise. From the 1970s onwards, Detheux moved towards lyrical abstraction, without ever renouncing the spirit of experimentation of his early days. His abstract works, vibrant with color and gesture, retain a dreamlike dimension and a unique visual poetry.
Robert Detheux has exhibited in numerous Belgian and European galleries, including Galerie Isy Brachot in Brussels. His work can be found in many public and private collections, embodying the spirit of experimentation and freedom of post-war Belgian art.
Each work will be sent flat-packed, carefully protected. Some pieces may be slightly missing or flawed, reflecting their history.
**Sources**
- Archives of Galerie Isy Brachot, Brussels
- Dictionary of Belgian painters (Arto)
- Exhibition catalogs (1950-1980)
- Publications on Surrealism and Dadaism in Belgium
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CategoryPaintings & DrawingsConditionVery goodColorsBlue, Brown, BeigeMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight51 cmWidth41 cmDepth1 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring, WrinklesSeller locationBatalha, PortugalDelivery optionsDelivery
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About this seller
Private sellerBatalha, PortugalOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 63 sales