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John Devoluy
"The Cat", Surrealist John Devoluy (1903-1982) Oil on canvas

1950 c.

$2,000
£1,519.39
€1,772.29
CA$2,864.93
A$2,906.37
CHF 1,653.12
MX$35,309.44
NOK 19,441.93
SEK 19,509.32
DKK 13,251.14

About the Item

John Devoluy (1903-1982) The Cat, 1950 c. Oil on canvas 28 3/4 x 24 inches l 73 x 61 cm With frame: 30 3/4 x 26 inches l 78 x 66 cm Signed lower left John Devoluy was born in 1903 and became a central figure in the Parisian art world of the mid-20th century. He was cited by André Breton in 1962 as part of the Surrealist artists, reflecting his close ties to its core intellectual and artistic circles. Devoluy was a longtime neighbor and close friend of Jean Cocteau. Their friendship was enduring: in 1966, Cocteau organized an exhibition at Devoluy’s home, during which the composer Erik Satie performed. Devoluy also maintained relationships with other major figures of the period, including Francis Ponge, Bernard Lorjou, and several artists of this Parisian generation. As a gallerist, Devoluy ran the Galerie John Devoluy, first at 1 rue de Furstemberg and later at 3 rue Jacob in the 1940s. His gallery introduced a number of important artists to the Parisian public, including Romare Bearden and Pietro Lazzari in 1946, and exhibited works by Tal-Coat. Devoluy personally oversaw openings and corresponded closely with artists; for example, he co-managed the invitation list for Zürn’s third solo exhibition in 1962, which included a signed engraving accompanied by a calligraphic work by Max Ernst in a private coded language. In addition to his gallery activities, Devoluy wrote on contemporary art, publishing pieces such as “Art News in Paris: Janice Biala” in the Herald Tribune in 1949. His own collection of works, reflecting both Surrealist and modernist currents, was sold in Paris in 1982, the year of his death.
  • Creator:
    John Devoluy (1903 - 1982, American, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1950 c.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Overall good condition. New frame.
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JDE1031stDibs: LU2848217864842

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