Robert Detheux - 1957 - Watercolor And Collages - Surrealist - Framed

Robert Detheux (1932-2010) Surrealist Collage 1957 52cm x 42cm This captivating work by Robert Detheux, created in 1957, is carefully framed on cardboard. This mysterious and introspective piece is part of the Belgian Surrealist tradition, while asserting the artist's individuality. This 1957 painting on cardboard by Robert Detheux features an intriguing and stylized composition. It depicts a human face drawn in black ink with crisp, expressive lines against a background of shades of pink and beige. The face is wearing a hat, and linear patterns adorn the upper section. At the bottom, the collage includes two distinct sections: an organic pattern in black on a beige background, evoking natural textures or fabrics, and a yellow-orange rectangle with dark spots. To the left of the face, a vertical shape resembles a stylized object. The contrasts between the bold black lines and the pastel background colors add depth and dimension to the work. **Provenance** Collection of the artist's family. **Biography** Robert Detheux, born in Brussels in 1932, established himself in the 1950s as a singular figure in the Belgian art scene, notably through his involvement in the Surrealist and Dadaist movements. His works demonstrate his ability to blend poetry, subversion, and plastic invention. From the 1970s onward, he evolved towards a lyrical abstraction, while retaining the influence of Surrealism and Dadaism. **Shipping** The work will be shipped flat, very well protected.