JACUS Jean Théobald

Biography of Jean-Théobald Jacus

Jean-Théobald Jacus, born 21 April 1924 in Paris and died in 2021, was a French painter appreciated for his representations of urban landscapes and scenes. After his commercial studies, he turned to art and joined the École des Beaux-Arts in Reims, then to Paris, where he followed the teaching of Dutch painter Konrad Kickert. In 1955, he received the prize of the Casa de Velázquez, followed by a travel grant offered by the Dutch government the following year.

Career and distinctions

Jean-Théobald Jacus leads a rich artistic career while dedicated to teaching. He taught drawing and painting at the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and also became professor of graphic art and then director of teaching at the Esmod-International school. He was named Painter of Air and Space in 1987, a rare distinction in France. He has also produced literary illustrations, notably for Boris Vian's "Ecumen of Days".

Style and influences

Jacus' style is marked by a measured abstraction, combining simplified shapes and subtle palette. He works mainly in oil and silkscreening, developing a graphic approach to city landscapes and scenes. His compositions reflect a special attention to the rhythms of space, between free figuration and atmospheric evocations. His work is part of a modern tradition, sensitive to the artistic movements of his time.

The works of Jean-Théobald Jacus at Galerie 125

Galerie 125 offers works by Jean-Théobald Jacus, available for sale online and in the gallery. These pieces allow you to discover the elegant and structured universe of an artist who has represented the urban and natural world with a personal and refined look.