Collection Vision Solaire

Vision Solaire

Vision Solaire is a pivotal work in Frédéric Bruly Bouabré’s artistic and philosophical journey, marking the moment of his profound spiritual awakening in 1948. Bouabré described this experience as a divine revelation, during which he witnessed the sun transforming into seven distinct colors, an event that profoundly shaped his worldview and artistic output. This vision led him to dedicate his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the documentation of universal truths through art. Vision Solaire not only signifies his personal enlightenment but also serves as a metaphor for his broader mission: illuminating human understanding through symbols, color, and storytelling. This revelation became the foundation of his vast body of work, influencing both his intricate, text-accompanied drawings and his creation of the Bété syllabary, a writing system designed to preserve his people’s linguistic heritage. Vision Solaire encapsulates Bouabré’s belief in the interconnectedness of humanity and the role of art as a medium for transcendent knowledge, cementing his legacy as both a visionary artist and a cultural archivist.

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Vision Solaire, 8 original drawings, 22 x 30 cm, hand signed by Frédéric Bruly Bouabré, 1982