Victor Vasarely Art
French, Hungarian, 1906-1997
Widely considered the grandfather of Op art, the French-Hungarian painter Victor Vasarely (1906–97) created eye-popping geometric abstractions that play with the viewer’s perception of depth, perspective and motion. A classic example is the 1937 Zebra, which consists of undulating black and white stripes that suggest the form of the titular animal through optical trickery. The work is often credited as the earliest Op art painting.
Such illusions were more than pleasing tricks for Vasarely, who insisted that “pure form and pure color can signify the world.” He wanted to “democratize” art by producing works in large editions at reasonable prices that were understandable across national and cultural boundaries. In the 1960s, he developed an alphabet plastique, or fine art alphabet, consisting of elementary visual building blocks that could be used in endless combinations to create original compositions. By employing this universal visual vocabulary and stripping away topical references, he sought to create what he called a “Planetary Folklore.”
Embodying Vasarely’s singular belief that art should serve a social function, accessible to all, these innovations may perhaps be his greatest contribution to 20th-century art.
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Artist: Victor Vasarely
Iboya, NBC 35
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Palo Alto, CA
The Hungarian word, Iboya, meaning a small forest violet, has been chosen by Vasarely to identify his astonishing series of vertical sculptures for intereior use.
The Iboya consist ...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Polystyrene, Wood
Untitled Relief
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Palo Alto, CA
Victor Vasarely Untitled Relief, 1973 is a Studio Line Rosenthal Porcelain relief with aluminum that is hand-signed by Victor Vasarely (Hungary, 1906 – France, 1997) on verso. Number...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Porcelain
Zeta
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - Zeta
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1969.
Edition III/VIII.
Dimensions of work: 46 x 40 cm.
Hand signed.
Reference: Catalogue Raisonné Vol I par Pedro...
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1960s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Composition Carrée Relief
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Palo Alto, CA
This porcelain Rosenthal relief by Victor Vasarely (Pécs, 1906 - Paris, 1997) has been hand signed by the artist in ink on a label affixed to the reve...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Porcelain, Glaze
Victor Vasarely "Tri-Dagg" Hand-Signed Limited Edition Serigraph, Framed
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Miami, FL
"TRI-DAGG" BY VICTOR VASARELY (1906-1997)
Serigraph on Black Paper ⚜ Signed ⚜ Numbered ⚜ Framed
A MASTERWORK OF OP ART MOVEMENT
"Tri-Dagg" is a captivating original serigraph by Vic...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Teke
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Miami, FL
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
Victor Vasarely
Teke
c. 1970
Screenprint
34 1/2 x 30 1/2 in.
Edition of 250
Pencil signed and numbered
Accompanied with COA by Gregg Shienbaum Fine Art.
C...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Album Meta: Seven Plates 2
By Victor Vasarely
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Victor Vasarely
Seven Plates 2 from Album Meta; 1976
Screenprint in colours, on wove paper
45 5/8 x 28 3/8 inches
Signed and numbered from the edition of 225 in pencil
Published by Editions Denise René...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Autoportrait
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - Autoportrait
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1989.
Edition of 250.
Dimensions of work: 47 x 37.5 cm
The work is in Excellent condition.
Fast and secure...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Iboya, NBC 35 and NBC 36
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Palo Alto, CA
The Hungarian word, Iboya, meaning a small forest violet, has been chosen by Vasarely to identify his astonishing series of vertical sculptures for interior use.
The Iboya consist o...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Polystyrene, Wood
Tridos ediction 239
By Victor Vasarely
Located in PARIS, FR
Philippe Hiquily (1925 – 2013) is a French artist and designer known for biomorphic furniture and sculptures. He was able to combine modernist design, insect physiognomy, and human s...
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1980s Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Sicomar
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - Sicomar
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1989.
Edition of 250.
Dimensions of work: 28 x 22.5 cm
The work is in Excellent condition.
Fast and secure ship...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Composition Gold
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Miami, FL
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
Victor Vasarely
Composition Gold
1980
Screenprint
13 x 10 in.
Edition of 50
Pencil signed and numbered
Accompanied with COA by Gregg Shienbaum Fine Art.
...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
"VAAR" Op Art Offset Lithograph Print
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Austin, TX
Offset lithograph print by Victor Vasarely
16 ⅛ x 16 inches
About the Artist:
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) stands as a pioneering force in the realm of Op Art, heralded for his grou...
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20th Century Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Offset
Koskota
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Miami, FL
TECHNICAL INFORMATION:
Victor Vasarely
Koskota
1976
Silkscreen
24 1/2 x 24 1/2 in.
28/250
Pencil signed and numbered
Condition: This work is in excellent condition. It has never be...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Color
Rare 1960s Victor Vasarely offset lithograph poster, Op Art print
By Victor Vasarely
Located in New York, NY
Victor Vasarely
Rare 1960s Victor Vasarely poster, 1967
Offset lithograph
35 × 19 1/4 inches
Unframed, unsigned
Published by London Arts Group
Rare 1967 offset lithograph
The work...
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1960s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph, Offset
Vintage Hardback Monograph: Planetary Folklore (Hand signed by Victor Vasarely)
By Victor Vasarely
Located in New York, NY
Victor Vasarely
Planetary Folklore (Hand signed by Victor Vasarely), 1973
Hardback monograph with dust jacket
Hand signed by Victor Vasarely on the first front end page
9 1/2 × 9 7/...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Paper, Ink, Mixed Media, Lithograph, Offset, Board
YKA : Cinetic Composition in Red end Blue - Original Screen Print, HANDSIGNED
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, IDF
Victor VASARELY
YKA : Cinetic Composition in Red end Blue, 1989
Original screenprint
Signed in pencil
Numbered /75
On Arches vellum 61 x 54 cm (c.24 x 22 in)
REFRENCE : Catalog rai...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
The Fifty Years 2
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - The Fifty Years 2
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1989.
Edition of 100.
Dimensions of work: 70 x 57 cm
The work is in Excellent condition.
Fast and sec...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
The Fifty Years 8 "Chillán"
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - Olla II
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1989.
Edition of 250.
Dimensions of work: 47 x 37.5 cm
Reference: Catalogue Raisonné Vol I par Pedro Benavides n...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Santorini A, Abstract Lithograph by Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Long Island City, NY
Although normally recognized for his Op Art compositions, this lithograph by Victor Vasarely lends itself more to Geometric Abstraction. Vasarely uses just three colors to create a b...
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1980s Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Our M.C.-2
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Our M.C.-2
Screen print, 1970
Signed in pencil lower right
Chop stamp: Denise Rene Editeur, on lower left margin
From: Album Charities
Edition: 300 (35/300)
Catalog raisonne states e...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Tokyo
By Victor Vasarely
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist: Victor Vasarely, Hungarian, 1906-1997
Title: Tokyo
Year: 1982
Medium: Color serigraph
Edition: Numbered 180/250 in pencil
Paper: Wove
Image size: 25.5 x 25.5 inches
Framed s...
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Mid-20th Century Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Zara "Cristal"
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - Zara ""Cristal""
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1969.
Edition of 138.
Dimensions of work: 46 x 40 cm.
Hand signed.
Reference: Catalogue Raisonné Vol I...
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1960s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Olkia-1
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Olkia-1
Color lithograph, 1962
Signed dated and numbered in lower margin
Edition: 80 (32/80)
Condition: Very good. White pigment appears to have been added along the border of the ov...
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1960s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Geometric Composition - Lithograph and stencil, 1958
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, IDF
Victor VASARELY
Geometric Composition, 1958
Lithograph and stencil (Jacomet workshop)
On wove paper 31 x 24 cm (c. 12 x 10 in)
Edited by San Lazarro, 1958
Excellent condition
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1950s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Folkokta
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, FR
Silksreen, 1989
Handsigned by the artist in pencil and numbered 17/100
Publisher : AZG Austria Zeichen
Catalog : Benavides 474
49.00 cm. x 48.00 cm. 19.29 in. x 18.9 in. (paper)
37....
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1980s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Silk
"Composition" by Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Hinsdale, IL
Victor Vasarely
(1906-1997)
Composition
Screenprint in color
Pencil signed lower right
Edition 234/275
Image Size: 26"h x 26"w, Sheet (unframed): 31"h x 30"w
Victor Vasarely...
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1960s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Markab, from Album I, OP Art Serigraph by Vasarely 1955
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Long Island City, NY
Victor Vasarely, Hungarian (1908–1997)
Date: 1955
Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil
Edition of 124/150
Image Size: 16 x 22 inches
Size: 20 x 25.75 in. (50.8 x 65.41 cm)
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1950s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Our MC, Abstract Geometric OP Art Screenprint by Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Long Island City, NY
This optical screenprint was created by Hungarian artist Victor Vasarely. Vasarely is by far one of the world's most influential Optical artists, pushing the boundaries of art and pl...
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1960s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Zebra 3
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, FR
Lithograph, 1984
Handsigned by the artist in pencil and numbered 108/125
Publisher : Graphos Verlag A.G.
Printer : Silium (Paris)
Catalog : Benavides 986
61.00 cm. x 78.00 cm. 24.02...
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1980s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Balaton
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - Balaton
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1989.
Edition of 250.
Dimensions of work: 47 x 37.5 cm
Reference: Catalogue Raisonné Vol I par Pedro Benavides n...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
The Fifty Years 6 "Camocim"
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - The Fifty Years 6 ""Camocim""
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1989.
Edition of 100.
Dimensions of work: 70 x 57 cm
The work is in Excellent condition.
...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Majus II
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Palo Alto, CA
Victor Vasarely Majus II, 1974 is a screenprint on polyester on metal that is hand-signed by Victor Vasarely (Hungary, 1906 – France, 1997) in pen and ink the lower right margin and...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Metal
Ilile D
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Ilile D
Screen print, 1990
Signed lower right (see photo)
Numbered lower left (see photo)
Edition: 300 plus 50 EA
Published by Circle Art Gallery
Reference: Benavides 1116
Condition:...
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1990s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Tecoma - 1972 - Victor Vasarely - Lithograph
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Roma, IT
Tecoma is a wonderful colored lithograph with a black, blue, pink abstract composition realized by Victor Vasarely in 1972.
The plate is from the portfolio Octal edited by Bruckmann...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Anthea Galleria D'arte poster, limited edition Italian poster mid century modern
By Victor Vasarely
Located in New York, NY
Victor Vasarely
Anthea Galleria D'arte Poster, ca. 1971
Offset lithograph poster
Limited edition of 400 (unnumbered)
28 1/2 × 22 1/2 inches
Unframed
This historic offset lithograph p...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph, Offset
Peace : Buddha, Life in Yellow - Handsigned Lithograph, Limited to 250 copies
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, IDF
Victor VASARELY
Buddha, Life in yellow
Original lithograph
Handsigned in pencil
Numbered /250 copies
On Arches vellum 58 x 53 cm (c. 22.8 x 20.9 inch)
Excellent condition
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Late 20th Century Modern Victor Vasarely Art
Materials
Lithograph
Victor Vasarely "Axo-Charga" Hand-Signed Limited Edition Serigraph, Framed
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Miami, FL
"AXO-CHARGA" BY VICTOR VASARELY (1906-1997)
Serigraph on Black Paper ⚜ Signed ⚜ Numbered ⚜ Framed
A VISIONARY MASTERWORK OF OP ART
"Axo-Charga" is a striking original serigraph by V...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Victor Vasarely "The Door" Signed Serigraph c.1982
By Victor Vasarely
Located in San Francisco, CA
Victor Vasarely (French, 1906-1997)
Titled "The Door" c.1982
Bright and bold serigraph from an edition of 325.
Pencil signed and numbered by the artist.
Serigraph dimensions 13"...
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Late 20th Century Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Eika
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, FR
Silksreen, 1983
Handsigned by the artist in pencil and numbered 112/150
Publisher : Édition Lahumière
Catalog : [Benavides, n°941, p. 217]
76.00 cm. x 54.00 cm. 29.92 in. x 21.26 ...
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1980s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Silk
Kris Bille
By Victor Vasarely
Located in OPOLE, PL
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) - Kris Bille
Silkscreen / Serigraph from 1989.
Edition of 250.
Dimensions of work: 47 x 37.5 cm
Reference: Catalogue Raisonné Vol I par Pedro Benavide...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Abstract Composition - Screen Print by V. Vasarely - 1980s
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Roma, IT
Abstract composition is an artwork realized by Victor Vasarely (1906 Pecs - 1997 Annet-sur-Marne) in 1980.
Silkscreen on paper.
Signed lower right, numbered lower.
h 48 x 45 cm
...
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20th Century Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Origins : Cinetic Composition with Toys - Original Lithograph, Handsigned
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, IDF
Victor Vasarely
Origins : Cinetic Composition with Toys
Original Lithograph
Handsigned in pencil
Numbered / 200
On BFK Rives vellum 56 x 76 cm (c. 22 c 30 in)
Very good condition,...
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1970s Abstract Geometric Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Mar-Kab
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, FR
Silksreen, 1973
Handsigned by the artist in pencil and annotated EA
Edition : 220
Publisher : Pierre Belfond, Paris
Printer : Atelier Arcay, Paris
Catalog : Pedro Benavides 211
76.00...
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1970s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Silk
"Composition Cinétique"
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Hinsdale, IL
Victor Vasarely
(1906 – 1997)
Composition Cinétique
Serigraph in colors on wove paper, 1970
29 x...
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1970s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
DOOR-MC
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Fairlawn, OH
DOOR-MC
Screen print, 1982
Signed and numbered in pencil
Printed on Arches wove paper
Published by Atelier Arcay, Paris
Edition: 325 (47/325)
Reference Benavides & Vasarely No. 894
C...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Elbrouz
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, FR
Silksreen, 1983
Handsigned by the artist in pencil
Edition : 112/150
Publisher : Édition Lahumière
Catalog : [Benavides, n°955, p. 220]
76.00 cm. x 55.50 cm. 29.92 in. x 21.85 in. (...
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1980s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Silk
Rivotril, 1990
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Palo Alto, CA
Created in 1990, this original color serigraph is hand signed by Victor Vasarely (Pécs, 1906 - Paris, 1997) in pencil in the lower right margin. Numbered 270/300, this piece was prin...
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1990s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Galerie Denise Rene
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Austin, TX
Screen print by Victor Vasarely
29 ⅛ x 24 ⅜ inches
About the Artist:
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) stands as a pioneering force in the realm of Op Art, heralded for his groundbreakin...
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20th Century Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Vasarely - "Tennis Player" - 1977
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Vasarely - "Tennis Player" - 1977
Original screenprint
Signed in pencil and numbered on 200 ex
with certificate of the gallery
(noted that there is a small task at the bottom left t...
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1970s Victor Vasarely Art
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Color
"Editions Lahumiere 88 bd. de Courceles" 1974 Vintage Op Art Lithograph Colorful
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage poster lithograph by Victor Vasarely advertising an exhibit Galerie Luhumiere in Paris. The print features a an Op Art composition featuring a grid pattern of repeated squar...
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20th Century Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Zebra 2
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, FR
Lithograph, 1984
Handsigned by the artist in pencil and numbered 124/125
Publisher : Graphos Verlag A.G.
Printer : Silium (Paris)
Catalog : Benavides 985
61.00 cm. x 47.00 cm. 24.02 in. x 18.5 in. (paper)
45.00 cm. x 35.00 cm. 17.72 in. x 13.78 in. (image)
The French-Hungarian master of op art uses...
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1980s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
DOR-OR, Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Victor Vasarely (1908-1997)
Title: DOR-OR
Year: 1982
Medium: Silkscreen on Arches paper
Edition: 96/325, plus proofs
Size: 42.75 x 23.5 inches
Condition: Good
Inscription: Si...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Heisenberg
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Paris, FR
Serigraph
Edition : 4/25
65.00 cm. x 61.00 cm. 25.59 in. x 24.02 in. (image)
Annoted "EA"
Handsigned by the artist in pencil
Ref : LCD1781
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1970s Abstract Victor Vasarely Art
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Lithograph
Metagalaxie, Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Victor Vasarely (1908-1997)
Title: Metagalaxie
Year: 1989
Medium: Silkscreen on Arches paper
Edition: 103/250, plus proofs
Size: 32 x 27.55 inches
Condition: Good
Inscription...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Victor Vasarely (after) - Stencil
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Victor Vasarely (after) - pochoir print by Daniel Jacomet
Published in the deluxe art review, XXe Siecle
1958
Dimensions: 32 x 25 cm
Publisher: G. di San Lazzaro.
Victor Vasarely...
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1950s Kinetic Victor Vasarely Art
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Stencil
Vintage Chokk Mini C Original Op Art Vasarely Collage Painting
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Surfside, FL
VICTOR VASARELY (1908-1997) CHOKK-MINI C, 1988. Colored paper collage, signed in black ink lower right Titled, signed, dated and numbered 'VAS-440' on the verso; Frame: 24.75" x 18" ...
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20th Century Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Mixed Media
Harlequin Sportif, Op Art Screenprint by Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Long Island City, NY
Victor Vasarely's style is a unique take on the op art movement. Rather than only gear towards the solely geometric and abstract, he also often ventures into representation. Using co...
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1980s Op Art Victor Vasarely Art
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Screen
Victor Vasarely art for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a wide variety of authentic Victor Vasarely art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of purple, blue, pink and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Victor Vasarely in screen print, lithograph, paper and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Victor Vasarely art, so small editions measuring 4 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Yaacov Agam, Roy Ahlgren, and Julian Stanczak. Victor Vasarely art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $350,000, while the average work can sell for $2,600.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The name of one of the most well-known artworks by Victor Vasarely is Zebra. He produced the piece in 1937, and it depicts two zebras with bold black stripes that seem to undulate before the eye. Other acclaimed works by the Hungarian-French artist include Vega-Nor, Tekers MC, Keple-Gestalt, The Chess Board, Vonal-Stri, Vega 200 and Orion Gris. Explore a collection of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024One key fact about Victor Vasarely is that he is considered the grandfather of Op art due to his eye-popping geometric abstractions that play with the viewer’s perception of depth, perspective and motion. He was born in Pécs, Austria-Hungary, on April 9, 1906, and began studying medicine at the Eötvös Loránd University in 1925 with the hope of one day becoming a doctor. Two years later, he shifted gears and enrolled in a painting course at the Podolini-Volkmann Academy. In the 1960s, he developed an alphabet plastique, or fine art alphabet, consisting of elementary visual building blocks that could be used in endless combinations to create original compositions. One final fact is that both Hungary and France have issued postage stamps featuring his artwork. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024One famous Op art piece by Victor Vasarely is Zebra. Produced in 1937, it consists of undulating black and white stripes that suggest the form of the titular animal through optical trickery. The work is often credited as the earliest Op art painting. Other notable works by Vasarely include Vega-Nor, Tekers-MC, Keple-Gestalt and Vonal Stri. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The exact number of paintings Victor Vasarely painted is unknown. However, historians know of more than 1,000 works produced by the artist over the course of his life. In addition to paintings, he produced sculptures, collages and decorative objects. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Victor Vasarely was an artist, working in painting, sculptures and collages. His vibrant, geometric pieces earned him the nickname of ‘grandfather’ of the Op Art movement. Shop a selection of Victor Vasarely’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025The work of Victor Vasarely that is made up entirely of curvilinear black and white stripes not contained by contour lines is Zebra. Created in 1937, it is often credited as the earliest Op art painting. Today, the work is in a private collection. Shop an assortment of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
- Which artist is known for the black-and-white optical illusion art called Movement in Squares?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The artist known for the black-and-white optical illusion art called Movement in Squares is Bridget Riley. Riley states that she draws inspiration for her spectacular abstractions expressed in paintings and prints largely from nature, which she defines as a “dynamism of visual forces — an event rather than an appearance.” The British artist produced her iconic piece, Movement in Squares, in 1961. Find a wide range of Bridget Riley art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The famous artist known for the large-scale installation art called Aftermath of Obliteration of Eternity is Yayoi Kusama. The Japanese artist has a body of work that is exceptionally varied, ranging from graphic prints and paintings to polka-dot pumpkin sculptures, hypnotic collages, large-scale installations and fashion design. In 2009, in honor of her 80th birthday, she unveiled Aftermath of Obliteration of Eternity, a work composed of wood, metal, mirrors, plastic, acrylic paint and LED lighting. The piece is now a part of the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, in Houston, Texas. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Yayoi Kusama art.
- Who is Victor Vasarely?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Victor Vasarely was a Hungarian-French artist best known for his Op art. By combining principles of geometry with artistic techniques, he produced two-dimensional works with incredible depth. Some even seem to move on the canvas. Vasarely also made sculptures, collages and decorative accents. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Victor Vasarely art.
- Where is Victor Vasarely from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Victor Vasarely was originally from Hungary. He was born in Pécs on April 9, 1906. His family moved to Piešťany, Slovakia, during his childhood, and he attended medical and art schools in Budapest, Hungary. In 1930, Vasarely relocated to Paris, France, and lived there until his death on March 15, 1997. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Victor Vasarely, say "VIK-tr va-sr-EH-lee." His first name and surname are Hungarian. The artist, known as one of the pioneers of Op art, was born in Pécs, Hungary, on April 9, 1906. Find a variety of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
- When was Victor Vasarely born?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Victor Vasarely was born in Pécs, Hungary, on April 9, 1906. Over the course of his life, he lived in Piešťany, Slovakia; Budapest, Hungary; and Paris, France. He died in Paris on March 15, 1997. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Victor Vasarely's famous painting Zebra is on display at the Pompidou Centre in Paris, France. He painted the piece in 1937. You can see elements of the Op art style that Vasarely would later become famous for taking shape in the painting. On 1stDibs, find a range of Victor Vasarely art.
- What inspired Victor Vasarely?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Many things inspired Victor Vasarely over the course of his life. The color theory of Josef Albers, and the Constructivist methods of Wassily Kandinsky greatly influenced his work. He also found inspiration in the geometry of the natural world, particularly in the landscapes of Breton Beach of Belle Isle in France. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Here are some facts about Victor Vasarely's art. First, his work contributed to the development of Op art and consisted largely of eye-popping geometric abstractions that play with the viewer's perception of depth, perspective and motion. A classic example is the 1937 Zebra, which consists of undulating black and white stripes that suggest the form of the titular animal through optical trickery. The work is often credited as the earliest Op art painting. Vasarely wasn't just attempting to fool the eye; he wanted to "democratize" art by producing work in large editions at reasonable prices and with themes that were understandable across national and cultural boundaries. Also, Vasarely developed an alphabet plastique, or fine art alphabet, consisting of elementary visual building blocks that could be used in endless combinations to create original compositions. By employing this universal visual vocabulary and stripping away topical references, he sought to create what he called a "Planetary Folklore." On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Victor Vasarely used a variety of materials to produce his art. He painted with both oils and acrylics and usually used canvas as the base of his works. Many of his sculptures feature lucite and glass. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Victor Vasarely is best known for producing sculptures and paintings with a grid-like appearance. The Hungarian-French artist first began to create these works in 1960, aiming to play with how viewers perceive depth and form. These works demonstrated that kinetic art could be two-dimensional and evoke a sense of movement despite remaining stationary. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024How Victor Vasarely created his art varied. For his paintings, the Op artist typically used canvas as a base, painstakingly adding geometric forms in oil and acrylic paint. When producing sculptures, Vasarely often used lucite and glass to give his works a feeling of depth and luminosity. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Many historians identify Zebras as Victor Vasarely's most famous piece. He painted the work in 1937. Some of his most famous Op art compositions include Tridim, Vega-Nor, Denfert and Cheyt-M. On 1stDibs, find a range of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Victor Vasarely was an abstract artist. Specifically, he was a part of the Op art movement, which focused on depicting two-dimensional abstract images that appear three-dimensional. His best known works include Zebras, Tridim, Vega-Nor, Denfert and Cheyt-M. Find a collection of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024There are many examples of Op art by Victor Vasarely, who is widely considered the grandfather of this art movement. A classic example is 1937’s Zebra, which has undulating black and white stripes that suggest the form of the titular animal through optical trickery. The work is often credited as the earliest Op art painting. Other Op art works by Vasarely include Vega-Nor, The Chess Board, Vonal-Stri and Keple-Gestalt. Shop a range of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Victor Vasarely produced Op art by employing principles of physics and geometry. He painted his works by hand with oils and acrylics on canvas in a way that made the images seem three-dimensional and capable of movement. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Victor Vasarely made 44 works of art in his lifetime. The artist’s paintings fell into the Op-Art movement and his work entitled Zebra is considered one of the earliest examples of Op-Art. His paintings often focus on bold colors, shading, shapes and optical illusions. Shop a selection of Vasarely pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The exact number of artworks produced by Victor Vasarely is unknown. However, references include more than 1,000 pieces attributed to the Hungarian-French artist. Vasarely shaped the Op art movement with pieces like Tridim, Vega-Noir and Cheyt-M. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Victor Vasarely art.