Scintillement 1959

jeandubuffet

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natural stone pattern

rippled sketch texture

toned paper

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carved into stone

organic pattern

watercolour bleed

natural texture

layered pattern

organic texture

watercolor

"Scintillement" (1959) by Jean Dubuffet (1901-1985) is a work of art in the Art Brut style, using a stippled technique with black and white paint. The title translates to "twinkling" in English, which is fitting given the visual effect of the artwork. It resembles a starry night sky with a textured, almost grainy surface. Dubuffet is known for his interest in non-traditional, often raw forms of art, and this piece reflects his artistic philosophy. Art Brut, also known as outsider art, is characterized by its emphasis on authenticity and artistic expression that comes from a naive or unsophisticated perspective.