Victor Vasarely Prints
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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Creator: Victor Vasarely
Victor Vasarely Print Zett-KSZ
By Victor Vasarely
Located in New York, NY
A great print by the Op Art master Victor Vasarely in this silk screen Print Zett-KSZ
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Victor Vasarely Signed Screen print in Color Marc CF 1970
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Weesp, NL
Elevate Your Space with a Masterpiece: Victor Vasarely's "Marc CF" Screen print.
Experience the iconic artistry of Victor Vasarely with "Marc CF," a stunning 1970's screen print tha...
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Circa 1969 "Planetarische Folklore - Spielobjekt" After Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in San Carlos, CA
Beautiful vintage print after Victor Vasarely. Titled "Planetarische Folklore Spielobjekt", this piece is defined by its bright and colorful squares and circles. This print was relea...
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Victor Vasarely, “Torony III”, Op Art Serigraph, Signed and Numbered, 1970s
By Victor Vasarely
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1970s framed Victor Vasarely limited edition Op art serigraph titled “Torony III”, signed and numbered 35/250.
Three-dimensional ovoid shape comprised of warped fluorescent red, green, and blue stepped blocks of varied brightness that call to mind the Classic early-‘80s arcade & home video game...
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Victor Vasarely Op Art Framed Serigraph
By Victor Vasarely
Located in New York, NY
Op Art serigraph from Hungarian/French artist Victor Vasarely, signed in lower corner and numbered 32/250. The original work is professionally framed in a matte brushed aluminum frame.
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Victor Vasarely "Tridim" 1968 Lithograph, Signed, 56/300
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Toledo, OH
Victor Vasarely "Trimdim" 1968 Lithograph, Signed, 56/300 and has a blind stamp. Circa 1968, Titled "Tridim". Victor Vasarely’s complex paintings and s...
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Victor Vasarely Op-Art Litho Signed and Numbered 295/300 Vega Series
By Victor Vasarely
Located in San Diego, CA
Great example of Vasarely's Vega series optical illusion print technique. Signed and numbered on the front 295/300. Nice original white mate frame with glass.
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20th Century French Post-Modern Victor Vasarely Prints
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Box Framed Geometric Print by Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Box framed geometric print by Victor Vasarely, signed.
Original brushed stainless steel frame.
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Victor Vasarely Op Art Tuz Signed and Numbered Screen Print
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool original Op Art blue and silver screenprint, TUZ, by Victor Vasarely from 1974. Signed in the lower right hand corner, numbered 291/340 in the lower left. This has the orig...
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Offset Lithograph in Color Planetary Folklore by Victor Vasarely, 1969
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Renens, CH
Very rare offset lithograph in color by Victor Vasarely.
From the Planetary Folklore series, 1969.
Not signed. Not framed.
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Blue Geometric Print by Victor Vasarely Ond-LZ, from Gaia
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Vienna, AT
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997)
Ond-LZ, from Gaia (Benavides 263), 1975
Screenprint in colors on wove paper, signed and numbered 230/250, with the blindstamp of the publisher Editions De...
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Victor Vasarely Silkscreen Print 1978, Hand Signed Limited 77/250 Denise René
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Original large scale Silk Screen Print of "Ond Fire" Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) Painting, painted in 1969. Beautiful intricate purple, green, blue and black, op art design. Pencil s...
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Selection of Modernist Art Lithographs or Serigraphs
By Victor Vasarely, Claude and Francois-Xavier Lalanne, (after) Henri Matisse, (after) Alexander Calder
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of modernist art serigraphs or lithographs, circa 1950s-1970s.
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1) Victor Vasarely color lithograph, circa 1960s. It has been recently reframed in a clean lined bl...
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Victor Vasarely Original Serigraph, Circa 1970, "Juggler"
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Victor Vasarely (1906-1997) Original Serigraph circa 1970 - "Juggler"
Pencil signed lower right and numbered lower left. 240 of the edition of 250.
Image: 25.88 x 15.88 inches. Pap...
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Mid-Century Modern Unframed Zilver Victor Vasarely Hand Signed Serigraph Pop Art
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an eye-catching, hand signed lithograph by Victor Vasarely, the leader of the Op-art Movement. Size is 29" x 27.5 unframed.
Victor Vasarely, was a Hungar...
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Optical Art Victor Vasarely Venus Silkscreen 1987 Edition 250
By Victor Vasarely
Located in EL Waalre, NL
Victor Vasarely - "Venus", silkscreen on plexiglass 1987, edition 250, framed
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Victor Vasarely (Pécs, Hungary 1906 – Paris, France 1997) is one of the founding fathers of the Op-Art movement in Europe. His brightly colored optical patterns introduced a visually kinetic aspect to the traditionally flat paintings...
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Vasarely Op Art Print 67/250
By Victor Vasarely
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Vasarely Pencil Signed and Numbered Limited Edition 67/250 Op Art Original Print Custom Framed from a Palm Beach estate
Frame size is 38 h x...
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Victor Vasarely Op-Art Screenprint, Signed
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great example of Vasarely's 'Gestalt" series optical illusion print technique. Color-shaded grids give the appearance of nested 3D cubes; but the dimensionality of each cube breaks d...
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Vasarely Op Art Print 226/250
By Victor Vasarely
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Vasarely Pencil Signed and Numbered Limited Edition Op Art Original Print Custom Mirror Framed with polished brass from a Palm Beach estate
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Four Vasarely Prints, Oeuvres Profondes
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Houston, TX
Four Vasarely prints, Oeuvres Profondes. Four different original midcentury op art prints by Victor Vasarely, from his 'Oeuvres Profondes' series. Ed...
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Op Art Silk Screen Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Op Art silk screen in blue and white is by the iconic artist Victor Vasarely and was acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Note: Frame is finished in a gold and silver leaf colora...
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Victor Vasarely Geometric Print with Purple Frame, 1970s
By Victor Vasarely
Located in New York, NY
Colorful abstract lithograph with iconic geometric motif by Victor Vasarely, American, 1970s (Signed and numbered 137/250). Vasarely is widely considered to be the father of Op Art.
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Four Vasarely Prints, Oeuvres Profondes
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Houston, TX
Four Vasarely prints, Oeuvres Profondes. Four different original midcentury op art prints by Victor Vasarely, from his 'Oeuvres Profondes' series. Ed...
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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Prints
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Op-Art Framed Poster Printed by Editions du Griffon, 1972
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Poster by French-Hungarian op-art master Victor Vasarely from the series Progressions
The print was made in 1972 by Editions du Griffon in Neuchate...
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Beautiful Geometric Print by Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Vienna, AT
Wonderful abstract lithograph with geometric motif created by father of OP-Art Victor Vasarely in France in the 1970s. Signed and numbered 139/250 at bottoms.
Image size: 39 x 39 c...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Prints
Victor Vasarely Signed and Numbered Silk Screen Lithograph
By Victor Vasarely
Located in East Hampton, NY
This beautiful silk screen litho is signed and numbered 209 of 250. Frame is original to period. Psychedelic patterns that emerge from early computational experiments parallel Optica...
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Victor Vasarely Chessboard Signed Op Art Modern Silkscreen 146/300 Framed 1975
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A marvelous modern Op Art serigraph titled "Chessboard" by Hungarian-French artist Victor Vasarely. Published in 1975. Hand signed in pencil on the bottom right with an annotation of...
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Victor Vasarely Attika Signed Op Art Geometric Modern Serigraph 228/300 Framed
By Victor Vasarely
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A marvelous modern Op Art serigraph titled "Attika" by Hungarian-French artist Victor Vasarely. Hand signed in pencil on the bottom right with an ...
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X Large Freshly Framed Zebras Serigraph Signed & Numbered by Victor Vasarely
By Victor Vasarely
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking beautifully freshly framed xlarge Victor Vasarely Serigraph signed and numbered great condition, rare part of the Zebras Series. 51/...
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Located in San Francisco, CA
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Victor Vasarely prints for sale on 1stDibs.
Victor Vasarely prints are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of paper and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Victor Vasarely prints, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original prints by Victor Vasarely were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider prints by Joan Miró, Marcel Duchamp, and Karel Appel. Prices for Victor Vasarely prints can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $400 and can go as high as $5,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,800.
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Questions About Victor Vasarely Prints
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Victor Vasarely created a wide range of work that is widely credited as some of the earliest examples of Op art. His most famous piece is Zebras, painted in 1937. Find a number of Op art and prints on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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, 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.