Ben is one of the major artists of the 20th century. Known especially for his actions and paintings, his work constitutes a meditation on the deepest aspects of art and, by taking on board everyday reality at its most detailed, manages to make life itself an art form. His work engages with themes as diverse as ethnicity, the ego and truth.
Ben has become incredibly popular thanks to his “écritures,” written paintings which combine acute impertinence and keen insight.
Biography of Ben Vautier (pdf file, 92 Ko)
