Jean Dubuffet Self-Portrait Oil on canvas

Updated August 24, 2026

Self-Portrait, 1945 era Technique: Oil on canvas Measures: 31½ × 23½ inches (80 × 60 cm) Year: 1945 era Condition: Good overall condition. The painted surface presents strong red, blue, white, black, and gray passages with clearly defined linear elements. Minor surface irregularities and wear consistent with the overall presentation may be present. The work is presented in an ornate gilt frame. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. Provenance: From a private collection. The reverse bears a label reading “Galerie Louis Carré, 10 Avenue de Messine, Paris – France.” The label identifies the work as “Jean Dubuffet (1901–1985), Self portrait,” states that it is signed and dated “J. Dubuffet” lower right, describes the medium as oil on canvas, gives dimensions of 31½ × 23½ inches (80 × 60 cm), and states “Painted in 1945.” The label is reported solely as a physical feature appearing on the reverse and is not presented as independent authentication or confirmation that the work was handled by Galerie Louis Carré. Visual Description: A highly stylized frontal portrait constructed through bold black contours and flattened areas of red, blue, white, and gray. The face is fragmented into irregular geometric sections, with asymmetrical eyes, striped passages, and simplified features. The sitter's clothing continues the strong linear vocabulary through contrasting blocks and stripes, creating an intentionally unconventional and expressive interpretation of portraiture. COLLECTOR'S NOTE: This hand-created artwork offers collectors an opportunity to enjoy the visual language, technique, composition, and artistic characteristics associated with the named artist at a substantially more accessible price point than authenticated works by that artist, which may command significantly higher prices in the established fine-art market. Offered “in the style of” the named artist, the work should be appreciated and valued on its own merits as a hand-created piece inspired by an important artistic tradition. It provides an accessible way to acquire a visually compelling artwork reflecting the aesthetic qualities associated with a celebrated artist without the price expectations attached to an authenticated work. Important Info: This artwork is uncatalogued and unauthenticated and has not been authenticated or approved by the named artist, their estate, foundation, catalogue raisonné committee, or other recognized authority. It is offered “in the style of” the named artist, a cataloging opinion describing stylistic characteristics and not a representation of authorship or authenticity. Any provenance reflects information accompanying the artwork when received and is not a certificate of authenticity. Any signature, inscription, stamp, date, or other marking should not be considered authentication. Estimaedt value: Any estimate represents the auction house’s good-faith opinion of the potential secondary-market value

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