From February 17, 2025the Palais Ducal welcomes a conference cycle who explores the depths ofArt Brut. Five evenings which promise to shake up your vision of art.
An Artistic Revolution Still Living
Art Brut emerged in the 20th century as a radical challenge to established artistic conventions. Spontaneous creations, particularly those of people suffering from psychiatric disorders or practicing spiritualism, place gesture, material and pure emotion at the heart of creation. But here is the paradox: these works, once marginal, now take pride of place in our contemporary art museums. Was Art Brut absorbed by the establishment it challenged? These evenings will allow us to explore this fascinating evolution.
Appointment with Exceptional Art
Join the growing community of art lovers (already around fifty enthusiasts) in the privacy of the Henriette-de-Clèves room, every Monday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m..
Conference program:
▸February 17
Jean Dubuffet & Art Brut: the invention of a new territory
By Déborah Lehot-Couette – Doctor in art history, scientific and collections director of the Fondation Dubuffet
▸February 24
Intentionality in mediumistic art
By Savine Faupin – Chief curator in charge of outsider art at LaM, Lille Métropole Museum of modern art, contemporary art and outsider art
▸3 mars
Art Brut, an extraordinary creation? Materials, creative processes and dimensions
By Pauline Goutain – Deputy Director of the Roger-Quilliot art museum in Clermont Auvergne Métropole
▸17 mars
The inhabitants-landscapers
By Roberta Trapani – Doctor in art history, co-founder of CrAB and PiF, member of the steering committee of Osservatorio Outsider Art
▸24 mars
Write, speak, dress…
By Flavie Beuvin – Visual artist and doctor in aesthetics
Want to participate in this unique exploration of Art Brut? Go to culture.Nevers.fr, “Les Cours du Palais” section to register. This cycle of conferences offers you the opportunity to discover Art Brut in privileged conditions.
Come understand why sometimes the most powerful works are born off the beaten path.
