art brut
Definition
This term, also known as "outsider art," refers to artworks created by self-taught or naïve artists who are often outside the mainstream art world, typically characterized by raw, unrefined, and spontaneous qualities.
History
Art Brut was first defined by artist Jean Dubuffet in the 1940s to describe art made by those without formal training, often reflecting a direct, unfiltered expression of emotion or vision.
Notable Examples
Adolf Wölfli
General View of the Island Neveranger, 1911
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Jean Dubuffet, who both defined and collected art brut, and Adolf Wölfli, whose intricate, fantastical works are iconic examples of the genre.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques vary greatly, often involving unconventional materials and methods, reflecting the intuitive and often obsessive nature of the creators' processes.
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