“The Auditor” is a notable sculpture created by the French artist Jean Dubuffet in 1967. This piece is part of Dubuffet’s Hourloupe series and aligns with the Art Brut movement, which emphasizes raw and unrefined aesthetics. The artwork represents a departure from traditional representation in sculpture, offering an alternative vision that is more aligned with the avant-garde sensibilities of its time.
The artwork itself is a sculptural figure that appears to be composed of a series of vibrant, interconnected patterns. The form seems to twist and contort in space, suggesting a sense of movement. Dominated by a palette of primarily red, white, and blue, the distinct graphic lines and shapes give the impression of a complex, puzzle-like surface. There is a playful quality to the artwork, juxtaposing the seriousness often associated with the title “The Auditor.” It embodies Dubuffet’s interest in spontaneous and unorthodox forms of creative expression, challenging conventional ideas about what constitutes high art. The sculpture’s association with the Hourloupe series is visible in its characteristic cell-like doodle patterns that weave across the surface, a hallmark of this particular phase of the artist’s oeuvre.
