
La méduse de Millet
1973
"La méduse de Millet" by Marcel Broodthaers is an acrylic and graphite work on canvas that references both the Romantic painter Jean François Millet and the scientific specimen of a jellyfish, characteristic of Broodthaers' conceptual approach to art history and natural history. The work exemplifies the Belgian artist's practice of layering cultural and historical references, combining painterly techniques with textual and imaginative elements. Through this piece, Broodthaers interrogates the boundaries between fine art, natural science, and linguistic meaning, demonstrating his commitment to demystifying artistic authority and institutional conventions.
- Medium
- acrylic and graphite on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
New Now: Modern & Contemporary Art
April 10, 2025
Lot 44
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