In 2026, the museum acquired seven works by André Pailloux: a painted moped, four "tourne-vents" (wind spinners), and two paintings on plywood. These new pieces complement the existing collection dedicated to this self-taught artist.
Formerly a painter at the shipyards of Sables-d’Olonne, André Pailloux settled in Brem-sur-Mer after retiring. There, he began transforming the garden of his modest house into a vibrant and noisy universe, creating over a hundred unidentified rotating objects, his famous "tourne-vents".
He sourced his materials from beaches and shipyard dumpsters. A master of color, he experimented with various patterns and color mixes, constantly transforming his creations through repainting. Only the visible part of his garden, located along a busy road, was adorned.
Three years ago, the museum had already acquired André Pailloux's bicycle, three wind spinners, and a painting. This latest acquisition better represents the unique environment created by the artist within the collections of the Musée de la Création Franche.
