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Ben Vautier1993 poster "Nous vaincrons" by Ben, Images for the Fight Against AIDS1993
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The 1993 poster "Nous vaincrons" by Ben Vautier, commonly known as Ben, represents a striking piece of socially conscious art dedicated to the fight against AIDS. Part of the "Images pour la lutte contre le Sida" (Images for the Fight Against AIDS) campaign, this poster merges Ben’s signature style with a powerful message of resilience and hope in the face of a devastating epidemic that marked the late 20th century.
The phrase “Nous vaincrons” (We will overcome) is scrawled across the center of the poster in Ben’s characteristic handwritten script, using simple, unadorned white letters on a stark black background. The text, confidently flowing yet casual, appears almost as if hastily written, giving it a sense of immediacy and urgency. This choice of typography and design is emblematic of Ben’s work, which often relies on direct and handwritten language to communicate personal thoughts or collective sentiments. Here, the message becomes both a personal assertion and a rallying cry, emphasizing solidarity and resilience.
Created during a time when AIDS awareness campaigns were intensifying, this poster aligns with Ben’s broader artistic philosophy of using art as a means of communication and societal commentary. His minimalist design removes any distraction, focusing all attention on the hopeful, defiant message. “Nous vaincrons” is not just a statement; it’s a promise to overcome adversity, intended to inspire courage and persistence in a world grappling with the challenges of HIV/AIDS.
Ben, who emerged from the avant-garde Fluxus movement, frequently explored themes of identity, self-expression, and social responsibility. Known for his conceptual and text-based works, he often employed language as his primary medium, addressing philosophical or political ideas with raw honesty and wit. His work in the “Images pour la lutte contre le Sida” campaign shows a sensitive response to social issues, highlighting the artist’s commitment to activism and to using his voice to make a meaningful impact.
Today, this poster serves not only as a reminder of the historical context of the AIDS crisis but also as an enduring statement of optimism. “Nous vaincrons” captures a moment in time when art was mobilized to confront a global health crisis, underscoring the role of artists as advocates for change and resilience.
Original screen printing
Medical - Images for the fight against AIDS
Vautier Benjamin
Artis France
- Creator:Ben Vautier (1935 - 2024, French)
- Creation Year:1993
- Dimensions:Height: 33.47 in (85 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)
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- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792215343712
Ben Vautier
Benjamin Vautier was born in 1935, in Naples, Italy, to a French family. He was the great-grandson of the Swiss painter Marc Louis Benjamin Vautier (1829–98). He discovered Yves Klein and the Nouveau Réalisme in the 1950s, but he quickly became interested in the French Dada artist Marcel Duchamp and the music of John Cage.
In 1959, Vautier founded the journal Ben Dieu. In 1960, he had his first one-man show, Rien et tout in Laboratoire 32.
Vautier joined George Maciunas in the Fluxus artistic movement, in October 1962. He was also active in Mail-Art and was mostly known for his text-based paintings or écritures, which began in 1953, with his work Il faut manger. Il faut dormir. Another example of the latter is L'art est inutile. Rentrez chez vous (Art is Useless, Go Home). A notable work made for Harald Szeemann's Documenta 5 exhibition in 1972 shouts, “KUNST IST ÜBERFLÜSSIG” (English: "Art is Superfluous"), and was installed across the top of the Fridericianum museum in Kassel, Germany.
Vautier long defended the rights of minorities in all countries and was influenced by the theories of François Fontan about ethnism. For example, he defended the Occitan language (southern France). In 1981, he coined the name of the French art movement of the 1980s Figuration Libre (Free Figuration).
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