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Thierry Agullo (1945, Bordeaux, France – January 29, 1980, Poitiers, France) was a French artist known for his significant contributions to the sociological art movement of the 1970s. His creative approach involved the thoughtful collection and reinterpretation of everyday objects, which he transformed into compelling and symbolic artworks. Notable among these is his assemblage piece titled 94 pointes lancées à bouts tronqués, composed of shoe irons, now held by the Musée d'art moderne de Saint-Étienne. Other pieces of his work reside in institutions like the Musée de l'Objet in Blois. In 1974, Agullo began collaborating closely with Pierre Molinier, serving as both collaborator and inspiration for Molinier’s photographic exploration. Their partnership resulted in two significant photographic series: L'Indécence (1975), comprising 110 black-and-white images released in a limited edition by the À l'Enseigne des Oudins gallery, and Thérèse Agullo (1976), which delved into themes of androgyny shortly before Molinier’s passing. In addition to his visual practice, Agullo was actively involved in publishing and typography, apprenticing with Robert Morel at Soleil Noir. In 1979, Agullo posthumously edited Les Orphéons magiques, a collection of Molinier's poetic works from 1946 to 1950. Thierry Agullo's artistic legacy remains impactful due to his distinctive use of repurposed objects and his engagement with the sociological and cultural currents of his era.