Victor Vasarely Furniture

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, Serigraph "Cosca II", 1982

$1,633

Victor Vasarely, Serigraph "Cosca II", 1982

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Renens, CH

Victor Vasarely, serigraph "Cosca II", 1982 Title: Cosca II Year: 1982 Reference: Benavides/Vasarely (Online Catalogue Raisonné): 933 Dimensions : 61,3 cm x 68 cm Signed and num...

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1980s French Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Paper

Victor Vasarely 1976 “Koskota” Silkscreen Screenprint Signed and Numbered

$4,000

Victor Vasarely 1976 “Koskota” Silkscreen Screenprint Signed and Numbered

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful newly framed screenprint silkscreen by the Pop art master Victor Vasarely. This one is titled “Koskota” and dates from the 1976. It is pencil signed lower right and numbe...

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1970s American Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Paper

Victor Vasarely Mid Century Framed Serigraph

$2,295

Victor Vasarely Mid Century Framed Serigraph

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Victor Vasarely Mid Century Framed Serigraph This art measures: 36.75 wide x 1.5 deep x 37.75 inches high We take our photos in a controlled...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Victor VASARELY, serigraph, blue and black composition signed and numbered D/57

$2,216

Victor VASARELY, serigraph, blue and black composition signed and numbered D/57

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Paris, IDF

VICTOR VASARELY, serigraph, signed and numbered D/57 . Image size 49 x 28.5 cm. framed with protective glass Good condition Victor Vasarely was a Hungarian-French artist, who is wid...

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20th Century Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Paper

95 Victor Vasarely - Serigraphie 100X100

$4,432

95 Victor Vasarely - Serigraphie 100X100

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Brussels, BE

Screen printing signed by Victor Vasarely number 73/300 in Aluminium frame Please feel free to contact us for any additional information. We would be more than happy to assist you ...

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1670s Austrian Modern Antique Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Aluminum

Victor Vasarely Print Zett-KSZ

$1,600

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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1960s American Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Paper

Victor Vasarely Framed Porcelain Wall Sculpture for Rosenthal 1964

$8,000

Victor Vasarely Framed Porcelain Wall Sculpture for Rosenthal 1964

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Rarely seen Op Art wall sculpture by Victor Vasarely for Rosenthal. Porcelain relief panel in felt lined frame, limited number 7 of an edition of 50. Edition card attached on reverse...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Porcelain

Victor Vasarely, screenprint "Granat", 1966. Portfolio Lapidaire

$2,566

Victor Vasarely, screenprint "Granat", 1966. Portfolio Lapidaire

By Denise René, Victor Vasarely

Located in Renens, CH

Artist: Victor Vasarely Title: "Granat" Silksreen, 1966 Handsigned by the artist in pencil and numbered 79/150 Publisher : Denise Renè, Paris Printer : Ateliers Arcay A leading pione...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Paper

Beryl négatif

$7,582

Beryl négatif

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Paris, FR

Edition : 47/50 Publisher : Denise René, Paris Catalog : [Benavides Vol. II 1893] 36.00 cm. x 36.00 cm. 14.17 in. x 14.17 in. (image) Titled, annotated and signed on the back Sl...

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1960s French Kinetic Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Wood

Vasarely Three-Part Miniature Crockery on a Wooden Tray, 1976

$804

Vasarely Three-Part Miniature Crockery on a Wooden Tray, 1976

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Vasarely Three-part miniature crockery on a wooden tray Artists: Victor Vasarely, Timo Sarpaneva, 1976 Manufacturer: Rosenthal, Selb 25th Anniversary Special Edition White ename...

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1970s French Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Wood

Victor Vasarely, Dolmen 1947-1950 Collage on Cardboard on Wood

Price Upon Request

Victor Vasarely, Dolmen 1947-1950 Collage on Cardboard on Wood

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur

Victor Vasarely (1906-1997), Dolmen 1947-1950 collage on cardboard on wood, signed lower right, dated and titled on the reverse, photo certificate by Pierre Vasarely. Height: 35 cm, ...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Furniture

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Wood, Paint

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Questions About Victor Vasarely Furniture

What is a serigraph worth?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
What a serigraph is worth depends on its age, maker, style, image quality, availability and overall condition. Pieces produced by well-known artists, such as Andy Warhol, Sister Mary Corita Kent, Pablo Picasso, Peter Max, LeRoy Neiman, Igor Medvedev, Romero Britto and Itzchak Tarkay, may have significant value. For example, Warhol's “Marilyn” serigraphs have sold for between $3 and $5 million at auctions. If you'd like to get a professional opinion on the potential value of any serigraphs in your collection, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of serigraphs.
Who is Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor 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?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor 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.
How do I pronounce Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To 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?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor 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.
Where is Zebra by Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victor 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?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Many 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.
What are some facts about Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
One 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.
What are some facts about Victor Vasarely's art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Here 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.
What type of art did Victor Vasarely do?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victor 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.
What is Victor Vasarely best known for?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Victor 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.
What are the names of some artworks by Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The 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.
What materials did Victor Vasarely use?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor 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.
What was Victor Vasarely’s most famous piece?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Many 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.
Is Victor Vasarely an abstract artist?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, 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.
How did Victor Vasarely create his art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How 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.
How did Victor Vasarely make Op art?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor 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.
How many paintings did Victor Vasarely paint?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The 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.
What is an example of Op art by Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
There 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.
How many artworks did Victor Vasarely make?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The 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.
How many paintings did Victor Vasarely make?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victor 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.

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