Victor Vasarely The Fifties 5

Silkscreen, 1989

Limited edition of 100 (74/100)

Published by Pesti Mühely (Budapest)

70.00 cm × 57.00 cm (sheet size)

56.50 cm × 45.00 cm (image size)

Hand-signed by the artist in pencil

Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity

Condition: Very good

White Bristol paper

This piece is held by our partner gallery in France. While it is described as being in good condition according to local (French) standards, please be aware that criteria for evaluating the condition of vintage items may differ between France and Japan. Please consider purchasing only after acknowledging the potential presence of age-related wear (such as stains, discoloration, creases, wrinkles, or sun-tanning) typical of a vintage item. Please note that we have not personally inspected the physical item. The artwork is currently stored in France, and delivery after placing an order will take more than two weeks. Due to the nature of the artwork, returns after purchase cannot be accepted.

Artwork Description

《The Fifties 5》 is a representative silkscreen print from the mature period of Victor Vasarely, showcasing his exploration of geometric abstraction and optical illusion.

In this work, the repetition of geometric motifs and meticulously calculated color changes create a sense of depth, vibration, and expanding space on a two-dimensional surface. The visual instability is cleverly incorporated into a regular composition, highlighting the unique dynamism of Op Art, where the image appears to change depending on the viewer's gaze.

Vasarely aimed to create a universal visual art that everyone could intuitively experience by merging mathematical order with artistic sensibility. This philosophy is strongly reflected in this work, demonstrating a highly sophisticated compositional ability to create rich spatial expanses from simple elements.

With its refined geometric rhythm and vivid visual effects, this piece is a highly captivating work that symbolizes the perfected world of Op Art established by Vasarely.