Ben Vautier, a legendary French artist known for his work in the Fluxus movement, passed away at the age of 88 in his home in Nice. Vautier (1935-2024), who was often referred to simply as 'Ben', was renowned for his humorous and thought-provoking pieces that bridged the gap between life and art. His death came just hours after the passing of his wife. Ben's work, which included the 'Flux Catalogue' from 1968, had a significant influence on many, particularly for his playful use of language.
French artist Ben dies aged 88, hours after wife’s death https://t.co/ksviHw9Unn
RIP, Ben Vautier (1935-2024). Known simply by his first name "Ben", he was one the artists who had a massive influence on me, particularly on the playful use of language. Flux Catalogue, 1968. Painted encyclopedia with acrylic additions. https://t.co/BlAiGxESPr
RIP, Ben Vautier (1935-2024). Know simply by his first name "Ben", he was one the artists who had a massive influence on me, particularly on the playful use of language. Flux Catalogue, 1968. Painted encyclopedia with acrylic additions. https://t.co/xuYKBSeIYD
French artist Ben dies aged 88, hours after wife’s death https://t.co/cUKWIx9WOv
Ben Vautier, a legendary Fluxus artist whose work humorously bridged life and art, was found dead at 88 in his home in Nice. https://t.co/fldjS9dZND
One of my favorite artist died today at 88 RIP BEN, a poet that painted words and an artist that’s wrote with paint… « to write is to paint with words » https://t.co/TebEVcWnyI