France
• 1918
Biography
Philippe Dereux (1918-2001) Collaborator of Jean Dubuffet in the mid-1950s, decides to create his own works around 1960. First of all, painted only, often in gouache, Dereux's works are covered with plant elements (fruits or vegetables) dried, to then be composed only of the latter. Assimilated to Art Brut, Dereux holds a special place in the French artistic landscape. Author of literary works including the famous "Small treaty of peeling"
Read more
Nationality
Discover the movements linked to Philippe Dereux
Discover our selections of works by artists
Need help finding your favorite? Consult our selection pages made for you.
Need to know more?
When was Philippe Dereux born?
The year of birth of the artist is: 1918