300 works of Swiss outsider art trace asylum origins in Lausanne exhibition

The exhibition 'Art brut en Suisse. Des origines de la collection à aujourd’hui' at the Collection de l'Art Brut in Lausanne presents 300 works produced in Switzerland, tracing the singular history of creations born in asylum settings. The show covers the origins of the collection to the present day, highlighting the rebellious and non-conformist nature of these works. It explores how art brut emerged from marginalized individuals, often institutionalized, and how the Swiss context shaped this movement. The exhibition includes pieces from historical figures like Aloïse Corbaz and contemporary artists, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of outsider art. The collection, founded by Jean Dubuffet, has been housed in Lausanne since 1976, and this exhibition marks a comprehensive survey of Swiss contributions to the genre.