Victor Vasarely Earrings

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

Victor Vasarely 1985 Op Art Sculptural Geometric Earrings in 14kt Gold with Gems

$28,985

Victor Vasarely 1985 Op Art Sculptural Geometric Earrings in 14kt Gold with Gems

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Miami, FL

An Op-art Geometric earrings designed by Victor Vasarely (1906-1997). Exceptional wearable pieces of art, created in London England by the Op-art artist Victor Vasarely, back in the...

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Late 20th Century English Modernist Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Cultured Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victor Vasarely 1985 Op-Art Sculptural Geometric Earrings Sterling Black Enamel

$8,950

Victor Vasarely 1985 Op-Art Sculptural Geometric Earrings Sterling Black Enamel

By Victor Vasarely

Located in Miami, FL

An Op-art Geometric earrings designed by Victor Vasarely (1906-1997). Beautiful wearable pieces of art, created in London England by the Op-art artist Victor Vasarely. This very rar...

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Late 20th Century English Modernist Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Geometric Sterling, Onyx and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings

$1,600

H 1.25 in W 1 in

Cartier Geometric Sterling, Onyx and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful pair of Cartier signed Geometric Sterling and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings. They measure 1 1/4 inch in length and 7/8 inch w...

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1980s French Modernist Vintage Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Silver

14Kt Gold Button Earrings

$400

W 0.61 in

14Kt Gold Button Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Button Stud Earrings Measurements of Earrings: 15.4mm wide 3.9 grams / 14kt. yellow gold Earrings are gorgeous made

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2010s American Victor Vasarely Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt Gold interwined Braided Earrings

$200

D 0.19 in Dm 0.52 in

14kt Gold interwined Braided Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Interwined Circular Braided Earrings Measurements: 13mm diameter Depth: 4.6mm Comfortable butterfly pierce 2.2 grams / 14kt. Yellow Gold Earrings ...

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2010s American Victor Vasarely Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt Gold Circular Tube Earrings Knocker Classic

$800

W 0.67 in D 0.28 in L 0.87 in

14kt Gold Circular Tube Earrings Knocker Classic

Located in New York, NY

Double Loop Interlocking Tubular Knocker Textured Clip Earrings Measurements: 17 x 22mm Depth: 7mm Comfortable butterfly pierce 5.7 grams / 14kt. Yellow Gold Earrings are go...

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2010s American Victor Vasarely Earrings

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Deco Black Enamel, Diamond and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings England

$2,950

Art Deco Black Enamel, Diamond and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings England

Located in North Miami, FL

These stunning pair of period yet modern 1930's art deco dangle earrings have open work. They are enamel, diamond and rhodium plated over sterling silver. From England. These are lig...

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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver 925 Enamel Pomeranian Dog Enamel Earrings

$355 / item

Sterling Silver 925 Enamel Pomeranian Dog Enamel Earrings

By AVGVSTA

Located in Milano, IT

The AVGVSTA Dog earrings are hand made and 100% customizable. • Depict your dog • 925 Sterling Silver • Custom earrings please allow 2-3 weeks to be...

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2010s Italian Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Balenciaga Paris Gilded Clip Earrings with Black Enamel

$295

Dm 1.13 in

Balenciaga Paris Gilded Clip Earrings with Black Enamel

By Balenciaga

Located in Atlanta, GA

Balenciaga Paris designed those stunning stud clip-on earrings. The pieces feature a domed gilded metal frame with couture-style honeycomb and chain-carved detailing, embellished wit...

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1980s French Modern Vintage Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Enamel, Gilt Metal

David Webb Vreeland Diamond Zebra Black & White Enamel Earrings

$24,800

David Webb Vreeland Diamond Zebra Black & White Enamel Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

A current model from David Webb collection: Vreeland Zebra Striped Diamond Earrings. Black and white enamel is used to showcase the stunning animal-inspired motif. They're framed by 1.46-carats of brilliant-cut diamonds inlaid in a polished platinum setting. Wear yours day or night with swept-back hair...

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20th Century American Modern Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Naimah Italian Horn, Cornicello Evil Eye Earrings, Black Enamel

$700

W 1.1 in L 2.7 in

Naimah Italian Horn, Cornicello Evil Eye Earrings, Black Enamel

By Naimah

Located in Istanbul, 34

Turkish evil eye meets Italian horn. Turkish Evil Eye Nazar and horn amulet, also known as cornicello (Italian for the Devil's Horn). The cornicello a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Mabe Pearls Earrings 14kt Gold

$500

W 0.95 in D 0.3 in L 0.62 in

Mabe Pearls Earrings 14kt Gold

Located in New York, NY

Modernist thin frame Mabe Pearl clip earrings. 22 x 13mm Pearl Excellent AAA luster and Sheen pink overtone 14 karat yellow gold 5.3 g. Overall earrings...

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2010s American Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Wavy Vintage Earrings – Black Enamel & Rhinestones

$858

H 2.76 in W 0.48 in L 2.76 in

Christian Dior Wavy Vintage Earrings – Black Enamel & Rhinestones

By Christian Dior

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Elegant and refined earrings by Christian Dior, crafted in gold-plated metal with an elongated, wavy silhouette that follows a subtle sense of movement. The black enamel accents crea...

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1980s Art Deco Vintage Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Enamel

Naimah Italian Horn Earrings, Cornicello Evil Eye Earrings, Red Enamel

$900

W 1.1 in L 2.7 in

Naimah Italian Horn Earrings, Cornicello Evil Eye Earrings, Red Enamel

By Naimah

Located in Istanbul, 34

Turkish evil eye meets Italian horn. Turkish Evil Eye Nazar and horn amulet, also known as cornicello (Italian for the Devil's Horn). The cornicello a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Victor Vasarely Earrings

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Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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Find a range of Victor Vasarely earrings available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using yellow gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Victor Vasarely jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Victor Vasarely cultured pearl earrings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 2 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler.

Questions About Victor Vasarely Earrings

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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.