Victor Vasarely’s Les Zèbres is a seminal work that serves as a cornerstone of the Op Art movement, which he pioneered in the 1930s during his “graphic period.” Inspired by the natural, pulsating stripes of the zebra, Vasarely created a dizzying black-and-white composition that generates a powerful optical illusion of movement and depth on a flat surface. This piece marked a significant transition from his earlier figurative works to a complete embrace of abstraction and kinetic art. The tapestry, meticulously woven by the esteemed Atelier Pinton, not only showcases the artist’s foundational principles of optical perception but also reflects his belief in making art accessible to a broader audience by translating his designs into a more traditional medium.
