Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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Rare pair of cabinets by Emiel Veranneman

$69,262 / set

Rare pair of cabinets by Emiel Veranneman

By Emiel Veranneman, Victor Vasarely

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Rare paire de cabinets par Emiel Verranemen en collaboration avec Victor Vasarely.

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1970s Belgian Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Lacquer

Tapparelle Wheels Cabinet, Azure by Colé Italia

$4,894 / item

H 35.04 in W 28.35 in D 19.69 in

Tapparelle Wheels Cabinet, Azure by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

Tapparelle wheels cabinet, Azure by Colé Italia with Emmanuel Gallina Dimensions: H.55 D.40 W.40 cm Materials: Container on wheels with plinth and “tapparella” sliding shutter in s...

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2010s Italian Modern Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Oak

A pair of 1970s solid patinated pine shelves by swedish cabinet maker.

$3,366 / set

H 7.88 in W 47.25 in D 8.27 in

A pair of 1970s solid patinated pine shelves by swedish cabinet maker.

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in København K, 84

This pair of solid pine shelves, crafted by a Swedish cabinet maker in the 1970s, captures the rustic sophistication of Scandinavian design, with a design ethos influenced by the wor...

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Abstract Obelisk Bookcase Cabinets by Baker Furniture

$9,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 84 in W 18 in D 18 in

Pair of Abstract Obelisk Bookcase Cabinets by Baker Furniture

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in North York, ON

Pair of abstract Obelisk bookshelves by Baker Furniture. Solid mahogany construction, featuring custom two-tone finish. Bookcases contain 6 shelves on both the front and rear of the ...

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2010s American American Classical Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early Pair Of Pine Bookshelf Cabinets From France, Circa 1950

$22,500 / set

H 103 in W 78 in D 21 in

Early Pair Of Pine Bookshelf Cabinets From France, Circa 1950

Located in Nashville, TN

Early Pair Of Pine Bookshelf Cabinets From France, Circa 1950. Solid pine construction with original hardware. Nice model with superb patina and use. Measurements are for bookshelf...

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1950s Vintage Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima

$60,000

H 14.5 in W 71 in D 13.25 in

Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima

By George Nakashima

Located in San Francisco, CA

This rare and unique walnut hanging cabinet by George Nakashima is a beautiful and functional piece of modern furniture with sliding doors. The cabinet features an overhang top with one free edge above two doors that conceal one adjustable shelf. Crafted from high-quality American black walnut wood, this cabinet has been fully restored at the Nakashima workshop...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Pair of Solid Oak Spanish Colonial Etageres Shelves w/ Storage Cabinets & Finial

$4,500

H 81 in W 30 in D 14 in

Pair of Solid Oak Spanish Colonial Etageres Shelves w/ Storage Cabinets & Finial

By American of Martinsville

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Solid Oak Spanish Colonial Etageres Shelves w/ Storage Cabinets & Finial

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20th Century American Spanish Colonial Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Open Cabinet by Alberto Vitelio

$9,980

H 74.81 in W 39.38 in D 25.6 in

Open Cabinet by Alberto Vitelio

By Alberto Vitelio

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Open cabinet by Alberto Vitelio, Chile, 2019. Nilufar edition. Wood, automotive paint. 100 x 65 x H 190 cm, 39.3 x 25.5 x H 74.8 in. Alberto Vitelio comes...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chilean Modern Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

Pair of Asian Solid Teak Étagères Double Carved Doors Cabinets

$6,400

H 73 in W 48 in D 18 in

Pair of Asian Solid Teak Étagères Double Carved Doors Cabinets

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of decorative solid teak carved étagères bookcases shelves with bottom cabinets. Asian inspired. Solid brass pulls.

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20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Jules Leleu, Pair of Tall Art Deco Cabinets, France, C. 1930

$85,000 / set

H 52.5 in W 19.75 in D 17.5 in

Jules Leleu, Pair of Tall Art Deco Cabinets, France, C. 1930

By Jules Leleu

Located in New York, NY

These cabinets share striking details, such as hardware and finish, with a series of pieces specially created by Maison Leleu for the steamship L'Atlantique. These stunning pieces we...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Rare Victorian Haberdashery Apothecary Shops Cabinet Fully Glazed Door Bookcase

$6,874

H 90.75 in W 52.17 in D 14.77 in

Rare Victorian Haberdashery Apothecary Shops Cabinet Fully Glazed Door Bookcase

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning extremely rare original mid Victorian Apothecary or Haberdashery cabinet This is a rare cabinet, a very rare survivor, highly coll...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Hardwood

Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima

$60,000

H 14.25 in W 71.25 in D 14 in

Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima

By George Nakashima

Located in San Francisco, CA

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1950s American Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Rare pair of pine wall shelves, Sweden, 1930s

$6,012 / item

H 9.06 in W 94.49 in D 4.34 in

Rare pair of pine wall shelves, Sweden, 1930s

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Stockholm, SE

Specially made wall shelves in stained pine, Sweden, 1930s. Please note: Listed price is for one (1) wall shelf.

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

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Questions About Victor Vasarely Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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