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Adolf Wölfli
Adolf Wölfli: The Visionary Artist Born From Trauma Adolf Wölfli (1864 – 1930) stands as a singular figure in the history of art, recognized primarily for his pioneering role in establishing the concept of Art Brut—a term coined by Jean Dubuffet to describe artwork created outside the mainstream artistic establishment, often by individuals with mental illness or social exclusion. His oeuvre transcends conventional categorization, prese
nting a mesmerizing blend of autobiographical drawings, musical notations, and fantastical imagery that reflects both profound personal suffering and an astonishing creative impulse. Born in Bern, Switzerland, Wölfli’s early life was marked by considerable adversity. Subject to physical abuse as a child and orphaned at the age of ten, he experienced a series of institutional placements characterized by neglect and hardship. He labored…
