Jean DUBUFFET (1901-1985) Cut-out and painted polystyrene element of one of the walls of the Closerie Falbala, used to create the original epoxy resin model, circa 1970. Unsigned. 40 x 62 x 20 cm. Minor scratches, stains and dents. Two paper prints of the Closerie Falbala plans are included. 50 x 59.5 cm. Tears, scratches, rubbing and stains. Provenance: Given by the artist to Mr. Joël Poilpré, project manager and architect. Between 1971 and 1973, Mr. Poilpré worked alongside Jean Dubuffet as project manager on the Closerie Falbala. Then by descent. Built between 1971 and 1973 (reworked in 1976) in epoxy, shotcrete and polyurethane paint, the Closerie Falbala is a monumental work by Jean Dubuffet. At its center is the Villa Falbala, home to the artist's Cabinet logologique (1967-1969). The original epoxy resin model of the Closerie Falbala belongs to the Fondation Dubuffet (see Catalogue des travaux de Jean Dubuffet, fascicule XXV "Arbres, Murs, Architectures, ill. N° 136, p. 127). We would like to thank the Fondation Dubuffet for the information provided. The item is registered in the archives of the Fondation Dubuffet, but no certificate will be issued.