Victor VASARELY (Pécs, 1906 - Paris, 1997), considered one of the crucial figures and leading theorist of kinetic art and op art.
Circa 1965.
Collage and ink on cardboard. Working document;
Titled on the upper part ‘Negatif 4. “Betelgeuse”, Negatif 3. “Cassiopee”’.
Measurements: 40.3 x 31 cm (framed: approximately 46 x 37 cm).
The authenticity of the present work has been confirmed by Pierre Vasarely, President of the Fondation Vasarely, universal legatee and holder of the moral rights of Victor Vasarely.
Provenance:
Carl Laszlo Collection, Basel (acquired directly from the artist).
Sale, Basel, Beurret & Bailly, 19 June 2019, lot 114.
Artcurial, Sale n°4472, Post-War & Contemporain. Lot 486.
Appraisal:
We thank Mr Pierre Vasarely for the information he kindly provided.