Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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.

Find a collection of Victor Vasarely prints, paintings, sculptures and other art on 1stDibs.

Creator: Victor Vasarely

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

$818

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 Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Wood

Miniature Framed Portrait of a Lady Painted on Porcelain

$1,038

H 5.71 in W 4.85 in D 0.6 in

Miniature Framed Portrait of a Lady Painted on Porcelain

Located in Delft, NL

Miniature framed portrait of a lady painted on porcelain An oak wooden frame with in oval placed porcelain plaque, painted with a scene of a lady w...

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19th Century French Antique Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Wood, Porcelain

English Chamberlain Worcester Porcelain Part Dessert Service, circa 1815

$75,000 / set

H 1.25 in Dm 8.5 in

English Chamberlain Worcester Porcelain Part Dessert Service, circa 1815

Located in New York, NY

Comprising footed compote, pair of covered sauce tureens, one gallery (partially restored), pair of lozenge-shaped dishes, pair of kidney-shaped dishes, four shell dishes, four squar...

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1810s English Antique Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1976 "Angel of the Trumpet"

$142Sale Price|20% Off

H 0.79 in Dm 11.42 in

Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1976 "Angel of the Trumpet"

By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad

Located in Brønshøj, DK

Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1976, produced by Rosenthal Motif: The Angel and her Trompet Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box. Bo...

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1970s German Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Ichthyological Porcelain Part Dinner 'Fish-Service'

$24,698 / set

H 1.97 in W 23.63 in D 9.45 in

Royal Copenhagen Ichthyological Porcelain Part Dinner 'Fish-Service'

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in London, GB

A Royal Copenhagen Ichthyological porcelain part dinner 'fish-service' Danish, 20th century Plates: height 2cm, diameter 24cm Long dish: height 5cm, width 60cm, depth 24cm Cons...

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20th Century Danish Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Imari Bowl on Wooden Stand

$1,800

H 6 in Dm 10.5 in

Antique Japanese Imari Bowl on Wooden Stand

Located in New Orleans, LA

Fans of Imari will enjoy seeing the rich colors on this bowl. A very striking design.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

English Porcelain Blue Scale Part Dessert Service, Worcester

$90,000

H 1 in Dm 8 in

English Porcelain Blue Scale Part Dessert Service, Worcester

Located in New York, NY

Blue open crescent marks, probably painted by George Davis. Richly painted with 'Fancy Birds' within whimsical landscape vignettes, the blue border gilt with half-flowerheads and hus...

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1780s Antique Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Purple Sugar Bowl and Creamer Set on Tray

$200 / set

H 1.58 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in

Royal Copenhagen Purple Sugar Bowl and Creamer Set on Tray

Located in København, Copenhagen

Royal Copenhagen Purple sugar bowl and creamer set on tray. The tray measures 23 cm. X 14 cm. Number 427/9231. 1880-1890s. In perfect condi...

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1880s Danish Antique Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Three Bing & Grøndahl Blue Fluted Bottle Trays, 1920s

$200 / set

H 3.55 in Dm 0.79 in

Three Bing & Grøndahl Blue Fluted Bottle Trays, 1920s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Three Bing & Grøndahl blue fluted bottle trays. 1920s. Diameter: 9.8 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 2nd factory quality.

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1920s Danish Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Designed By Sybil Connolly For Tiffany & Co Set Of Three Porcelain Nesting Trays

$380 / set

H 1.5 in W 7.63 in D 7.63 in

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Set of three porcelain basket weave nesting trays/low bowls designed by Irish Fashion Designer Sybil Connolly for Tiffany & Co. The largest is 7 5/8" x 7 5/8", second is 6 5/8" x 6 5...

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Late 20th Century Irish Victorian Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Royal Crown Derby Three-Part Hand-Painted W. Dean Blue & White Serving Dish

$1,850

H 3.75 in W 12 in D 14 in

Royal Crown Derby Three-Part Hand-Painted W. Dean Blue & White Serving Dish

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is an unusual 3 part serving dish most perfect for display as it signed by one of Royal Crown Derby's most iconic artists. W.E.J. Dean was born in Derby and became an Apprentice...

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1930s English Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Limoges, France. Seven pieces of porcelain miniatures.

$300 / set

H 1.19 in W 1.58 in D 0.79 in

Limoges, France. Seven pieces of porcelain miniatures.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Limoges, France. Seven pieces of porcelain miniatures, decorated with 22-karat gold leaf and a beautiful royal blue glaze. Scène galante. Approximately 1970. Provenance: From a larg...

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1970s French Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Herend Hungary porcelain basket, 1976

$563

H 5.52 in W 5.71 in D 5.12 in

Herend Hungary porcelain basket, 1976

By Herend

Located in Delft, NL

Herend Hungary porcelain basket, 1976 A Herend Hungary porcelain basket with fruit motifs, including a pear, a mushroom, plums, and various insects. The handle features a curled pat...

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20th Century Hungarian Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

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Victor Vasarely, Op Art Ceramic/Pottery Plaque, Hungary, for Zsolnay, Signed

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H 15.75 in W 13 in D 1.75 in

Victor Vasarely, Op Art Ceramic/Pottery Plaque, Hungary, for Zsolnay, Signed

By Victor Vasarely, Zsolnay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very nice plaque for the well known artist Victor Vasarely, plaque signed in front and marked in back as shown. Zsolnay and has a dedication in back as well. Plaque alone measures ap...

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1980s Hungarian Post-Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Ceramic, Porcelain

'Suomi' Op Art Ice Bucket by Victor Vasarely for Rosenthal Galerie, 1970s

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H 7.09 in Dm 6.7 in

'Suomi' Op Art Ice Bucket by Victor Vasarely for Rosenthal Galerie, 1970s

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rare porcelain Ice Bucket from Rosenthal Galerie. A limited run of 500 was decorated by Victor Vasarely (1908-1997). It is called Suomi or Tange...

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1970s European Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Porcelain Bowl by Rosenthal, Limited Op Art Edition by Victor Vasarely

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H 6.5 in W 8.08 in D 8.08 in

Porcelain Bowl by Rosenthal, Limited Op Art Edition by Victor Vasarely

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Berlin, DE

Decorative, large porcelain bowl by Rosenthal. Limited special edition by Victor Vasarely. Undamaged.

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20th Century Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Victor Vasarely Porcelain Set for Rosenthal, 1970s

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H 8.27 in Dm 4.81 in

Victor Vasarely Porcelain Set for Rosenthal, 1970s

By Victor Vasarely, Rosenthal

Located in Munich, DE

Wonderful porcelain set of three vases and five bowls by Victor Vasarely for Rosenthal in the 1970s. Vase 21 / 18 / 16 H x 8.5 cm Bowl 13.5 H x 12.2 ...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

Rare Victor Vasarely Optical Sculptural Porcelain Teapot

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H 10 in W 6 in D 5 in

Rare Victor Vasarely Optical Sculptural Porcelain Teapot

By Victor Vasarely, Rosenthal

Located in North Miami, FL

This lovely and arresting optical hallmarked teapot with a stainless steel handle, was designed by Victor Vasarely for Rosenthal. It is hallmarked in two places and is a limited edi...

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1970s German Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Stainless Steel

Lacquer Tray by Victor Vasarely

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H 2 in W 15 in D 12 in

Lacquer Tray by Victor Vasarely

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Victor Vasarely. VP Cheyt Tray (based on work from 1975.) Black lacquered wood with digital print. Measures: 2 H x 12 x 15 inches. Unlimited. Designed in collaboration with th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Lacquer

Victor Vasarely large Vase 88/200 Rosenthal

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H 17.32 in Dm 6.5 in

Victor Vasarely large Vase 88/200 Rosenthal

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Munich, DE

Victor Vasarely (Pécs, 1906 - Paris, 1997) This original rare and large porcelain Rosenthal vase by Victor Vasarely (Pécs, 1906 - Paris, 1997) has been signed by the artist in ...

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1970s German Vintage Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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Porcelain

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Questions About Victor Vasarely Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

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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