This rare lithograph titled "Invasion de l'espace" is by none other than Man Ray (1890–1976) – one of the most influential artists of the modern era. The work was created exclusively for the French art magazine XXe Siècle in 1975 and printed by Desjobert, Paris. It features a dynamic composition of colored lines and black bars that redefine space and create visual movement. The minimalist aesthetic and conceptual title invite reflection on space, perception, and artistic freedom.
A true collector's item for lovers of Dada, Surrealism and avant-garde graphics.
Product details Title: Invasion de l’espace Artist: Man Ray (1890–1976) Technique: Color lithograph on paper (31 x 24 cm) Year: 1975 Origin: Paris, France Condition: good, with age-related patina on the edge Special feature: Original print with monogram and title in stone
About Man Ray – The Visionary of the Avant-Garde # Born Emmanuel Radnitzky on August 27, 1890 in Philadelphia, USA # Central figure of Dadaism and Surrealism, active in New York, Paris and later Hollywood # Known for his rayographs – photographic experiments without a camera # Worked in various media: painting, photography, film, sculpture, printmaking and poetry # Close connections to the Parisian art scene of the 1920s, including Marcel Duchamp and Lee Miller
His works emphasize the idea behind art – often provocative, poetic and intellectual
“Invasion de l’espace” was created in the late phase of his work and shows his continuing curiosity for form and concept