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Robert Detheux - Surrealist painting from 1978 - The Warrant Officer
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Batalha, PortugalOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 57 sales
Product description
I offer you this magnificent painting entitled "L'adjudant" by Robert Detheux, created in 1978, is a work on paper measuring 54 cm x 39.5 cm. Robert Detheux, recognized as a master of Belgian surrealism, uses his distinctive style here to explore complex themes.
Surrealist style
This work embodies surrealism in its abstract, mysterious forms. Rich textures and meticulous details create a dreamlike atmosphere, typical of Detheux's work.
Techniques and details
The use of color and textural techniques gives the painting visual depth. Patterns seem to emerge from the paper, creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow.
Interpretation of Title
The title "L'adjudant" suggests an authority figure or military character, but the abstraction of the work leaves room for personal interpretation. This contrast between title and image reinforces the surreal impact of the work.
This painting is an outstanding example of Belgian surrealism, offering a unique fusion of technique, style and subtle narrative."
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
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, BrownMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight54 cmWidth39 cmDepth1 cm
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Batalha, PortugalOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 57 sales