'The Kids' by Raymond Debiève (1967)

'The Kids', pastel on paper (1967), by Raymond Dèbieve. Picasso's influence is undeniable in this artwork yet Dèbieve's own naive artistic style is on display as well. Two young siblings are depicted standing in what appears to be their back garden, the wall and fence holding back the encroachment of the vegetation there. Perhaps they are twins as they have been both dressed in the same horizontal blue sailor stripes like the kind Picasso often wore. The artwork is in overall good condition. Newly framed and glazed with non-reflective glass. Signed in the upper right hand and dated 7-8-67. Please enjoy the many photos accompanying this listing. A video may be provided upon request.

About the Artist: Raymond Debiève (1931-2011), was born, along with his twin brother, Michel, in the North of France near the border with Belgium. Their parents, of humble origins, noted a talent for drawing and art in both of the boys and encouraged them in that direction. Unfortunately the boys were separated during the war years but reunited afterwards. They attended the School of Fine Arts in Valenciennes after WWII where they were awarded successive 1st prizes in the Concours de Encouragement à l'Art. Raymond not only painted but was a gifted sculptor of metal works as well. In 1960 he exhibited, with great success, a series of very colourful paintings at the Galerie des Flandres in Lille, France and later in his career in Paris and Switzerland. Primarily with respect to his portraits of women, Raymond was undeniably influenced by Picasso. At the same time, he has managed to forge a distinct style which is much admired and now collected. In 1962 Debiève relocated to Provence with his family where he continued to create and exhibit art until his death in the town of Orange in 2011. Since then, Debiève's star has been on the rise and his works more and more in demand internationally. 

Dimensions with frame:

H 76.5 cm / 30.1"

W 61.5 cm / 24.2"

Dimensions without frame:

H 62 cm / 24.4"

W 47.5 cm /18.7"