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Wooden box with motorised mirrors // Julio Le Parc's Formes en Contorsions is a kinetic sculpture, originally conceived in 1967 and revisited through 2018, that exemplifies his fascination with movement, light, and optical illusion. Housed within a sleek wooden box, the artwork features motorized mirrors that twist and contort, creating dynamic reflections against a background of bold black and white stripes. The optical effect of the reflective surfaces interacting with the patterned backdrop generates an illusion of continuous movement and transformation, as shapes seem to bend and flow within the confined space. Le Parc, a pioneer of kinetic and optical art, uses this piece to engage viewers in a sensory experience that challenges perception and invites interaction. This limited edition work blurs the boundaries between art and technology, celebrating the artist's exploration of form and visual rhythm.
Formes en Contorsions , 1967 - 2018
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Wooden box with motorised mirrors // Julio Le Parc's Formes en Contorsions is a kinetic sculpture, originally conceived in 1967 and revisited through 2018, that exemplifies his fascination with movement, light, and optical illusion. Housed within a sleek wooden box, the artwork features motorized mirrors that twist and contort, creating dynamic reflections against a background of bold black and white stripes. The optical effect of the reflective surfaces interacting with the patterned backdrop generates an illusion of continuous movement and transformation, as shapes seem to bend and flow within the confined space. Le Parc, a pioneer of kinetic and optical art, uses this piece to engage viewers in a sensory experience that challenges perception and invites interaction. This limited edition work blurs the boundaries between art and technology, celebrating the artist's exploration of form and visual rhythm.
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Julio Le Parc
Ondes Par Déplacement Du Spectateur, 1965-2012
Sculpture / Object
Acrylic Sculpture
EUR 12,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 14 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 13 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 12 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 11 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 10 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 9 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 8 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 7 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 6 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 5 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 4 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 3 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 2 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Larga Marcha, 4 Bifurcaciones, 1 (black And White), 2021
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 4,000
Julio Le Parc
Mobile Rectangle Dans L'espace, 1967 - 2009
Sculpture / Object
Acrylic Sculpture
EUR 16,000
What is kinetic art?
Kinetic art is an international movement that emerged in the 1920s and gained prominence in the 1960s, referring to art that involves both apparent and real motion. It encompasses any medium that includes movement, either relying on actual motion for its effect or being perceived as moving by the viewer. Early examples include canvas paintings designed to create optical illusions of movement. Today, kinetic art often refers to three-dimensional figures and sculptures, such as those operated by machines or those that move naturally. The movement covers a variety of styles and techniques that frequently overlap.
