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Roland Topor

Roland Topor

France • 1938 - 1997 • 139 followers
Featured in: Famous Artists

French illustrator, writer, and filmmaker known for surreal and absurd work, blending black humor with surrealism.

Nationality

French

Categories

Printmakers

Artistic movements

Illustration

Themes

Nude, Portrait, Fantastic

Biography

Roland Topor (1938–1997) continues to captivate the art world with his surreal illustrations, dark humor, and interdisciplinary creativity. His works, which combine absurdity with macabre elements, remain highly sought after in the contemporary art market. In 2024, Topor's centennial was commemorated through major exhibitions, such as Exposable Mines and the Impious Canto at 1301SW in Melbourne and Made in Paris at Museum Folkwang in Essen, Germany. These exhibitions celebrated Topor's unique artistic vision, placing him alongside icons such as Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, and Joan Miró in the context of the Parisian art scene.

Topor's pieces, which have a lasting impact on the art market, continue to perform exceptionally well in auctions. His lithograph Paroles Peintes (1959) was sold at Christie's in November 2024, underscoring his relevance to collectors and investors. His works are regularly featured in prestigious galleries and auction houses worldwide, further cementing his status as a sought-after artist.

Topor's works explore the absurd and the impossible, often presenting visually striking and absurd situations laced with dark humor. His art remains a profound commentary on the human condition and the complexities of life. As his centennial year unfolds, Roland Topor's legacy is further solidified, with his unique blend of surrealism and wit continuing to inspire collectors, artists, and enthusiasts alike. For those seeking distinctive and valuable pieces, Topor's works offer an unparalleled combination of visionary artistry and historical significance.

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Print, Ciel ouvert, Roland Topor

Ciel ouvert

Print . 58.6 x 43.8 x 0.2 cm Print . 23.1 x 17.2 x 0.1 inch

£886

Fine Art Drawings, Composition 2, Roland Topor

Composition 2

Fine Art Drawings . 32 x 50 cm Fine Art Drawings . 12.6 x 19.7 inch

£4,428

Print, Les descendants, Roland Topor

Les descendants

Print . 37 x 47.5 cm Print . 14.6 x 18.7 inch

£841

Print, Ne pas voir, ne pas ..., Roland Topor

Ne pas voir, ne pas ...

Print . 65.8 x 50 cm Print . 25.9 x 19.7 inch

£443

Recommended by Artsper
Print, Âpre Nez, Roland Topor

Âpre Nez

Print . 47 x 38 cm Print . 18.5 x 15 inch

£841

Fine Art Drawings, Sphinx, Roland Topor

Sphinx

Fine Art Drawings . 32 x 24 cm Fine Art Drawings . 12.6 x 9.4 inch

£1,328

Print, La tournée du patron, Roland Topor

La tournée du patron

Print . 32.5 x 48 cm Print . 12.8 x 18.9 inch

£753

Print, L'escalier, Roland Topor

L'escalier

Print . 31 x 41 cm Print . 12.2 x 16.1 inch

£266 £239

Recommended by Artsper
Print, Les descendants, Roland Topor

Les descendants

Print . 36.8 x 44 x 0.2 cm Print . 14.5 x 17.3 x 0.1 inch

£443

Print, Nantes, Hôtel de France, Roland Topor

Nantes, Hôtel de France

Print . 50 x 66 x 0.2 cm Print . 19.7 x 26 x 0.1 inch

£531

Print, Hue cocotte, Roland Topor

Hue cocotte

Print . 56 x 45 cm Print . 22 x 17.7 inch

£886

Fine Art Drawings, Nouvelle technologie, Roland Topor

Nouvelle technologie

Fine Art Drawings . 59 x 83 cm Fine Art Drawings . 23.2 x 32.7 inch

£4,428

Print, Robe longue, Roland Topor

Robe longue

Print . 72 x 64 x 0.1 cm Print . 28.3 x 25.2 x 0 inch

£602

Print, Lady mille pattes, Roland Topor

Lady mille pattes

Print . 46.5 x 65 cm Print . 18.3 x 25.6 inch

£1,683

Print, C'est la vie, Roland Topor

C'est la vie

Print . 50.5 x 32 cm Print . 19.9 x 12.6 inch

£753

Print, Le style lisse, Roland Topor

Le style lisse

Print . 47 x 38 cm Print . 18.5 x 15 inch

£841

Print, Re-bonjour, Roland Topor

Re-bonjour

Print . 50.5 x 32.5 cm Print . 19.9 x 12.8 inch

£797

Print, Lassitude Nord, Roland Topor

Lassitude Nord

Print . 57 x 38 cm Print . 22.4 x 15 inch

£576

Print, Caca boudin, Roland Topor

Caca boudin

Print . 38.5 x 56.5 cm Print . 15.2 x 22.2 inch

£531

Print, Traîne misère, Roland Topor

Traîne misère

Print . 54 x 76 cm Print . 21.3 x 29.9 inch

£2,214

Print, Ver à pied, Roland Topor

Ver à pied

Print . 32.5 x 50.5 cm Print . 12.8 x 19.9 inch

£531

Print, Giscard, Roland Topor

Giscard

Print . 51.5 x 38 cm Print . 20.3 x 15 inch

£531

Print, La nausée, Roland Topor

La nausée

Print . 30 x 22 cm Print . 11.8 x 8.7 inch

£664

Print, Porc épique, Roland Topor

Porc épique

Print . 28 x 38 cm Print . 11 x 15 inch

£664

Print, L'accélérateur, Roland Topor

L'accélérateur

Print . 28 x 21 cm Print . 11 x 8.3 inch

£531

Print, Le fond du discours, Roland Topor

Le fond du discours

Print . 28 x 21 cm Print . 11 x 8.3 inch

£531

Print, Cavaliers à la mer 4, Roland Topor

Cavaliers à la mer 4

Print . 24 x 15.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 9.4 x 6.1 x 0 inch

£221

Print, La nuit de Cristal, Roland Topor

La nuit de Cristal

Print . 40 x 31.5 cm Print . 15.7 x 12.4 inch

£434

Print, Ficelle, Roland Topor

Ficelle

Print . 28 x 38 cm Print . 11 x 15 inch

£332

Print, Sans titre, sans date, Roland Topor

Sans titre, sans date

Print . 50 x 33 cm Print . 19.7 x 13 inch

£168

Print, L'annulaire, Roland Topor

L'annulaire

Print . 38 x 28 cm Print . 15 x 11 inch

£168

Print, Maréchal nous voilà, Roland Topor

Maréchal nous voilà

Print . 57 x 38 cm Print . 22.4 x 15 inch

£332

Print, Bouche que veux-tu?, Roland Topor

Bouche que veux-tu?

Print . 48 x 32.5 cm Print . 18.9 x 12.8 inch

£310

Print, Cavaliers à la mer 3, Roland Topor

Cavaliers à la mer 3

Print . 24 x 15.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 9.4 x 6.1 x 0 inch

£221

Print, Coupe du monde 82, Roland Topor

Coupe du monde 82

Print . 90 x 60 x 0.1 cm Print . 35.4 x 23.6 x 0 inch

£310

Print, L'homme aux valises, Roland Topor

L'homme aux valises

Print . 31 x 41 cm Print . 12.2 x 16.1 inch

£266

Print, Les boules, Roland Topor

Les boules

Print . 31 x 41 cm Print . 12.2 x 16.1 inch

£283

Fine Art Drawings, Sans titre, Roland Topor

Sans titre

Fine Art Drawings . 31 x 21.5 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings . 12.2 x 8.5 x 0 inch

£2,657

Print, Je sème à tout vent, Roland Topor

Je sème à tout vent

Print . 47.5 x 64.5 cm Print . 18.7 x 25.4 inch

£1,151

Print, La couturière, Roland Topor

La couturière

Print . 32.5 x 48 cm Print . 12.8 x 18.9 inch

£753

Print, L'art du Lino, Roland Topor

L'art du Lino

Print . 23.4 x 17.3 cm Print . 9.2 x 6.8 inch

£841

Print, Baubo, Roland Topor

Baubo

Print . 47 x 38 cm Print . 18.5 x 15 inch

£841

Print, Sans titre, Roland Topor

Sans titre

Print . 54 x 41 cm Print . 21.3 x 16.1 inch

£841

Print, La répétition, Roland Topor

La répétition

Print . 32.5 x 48 cm Print . 12.8 x 18.9 inch

£753

Print, Self-made man, Roland Topor

Self-made man

Print . 50 x 32 cm Print . 19.7 x 12.6 inch

£841

Print, Le Fourmillier, Roland Topor

Le Fourmillier

Print . 42.5 x 50 cm Print . 16.7 x 19.7 inch

£1,063

Print, Cap de Bonne, Roland Topor

Cap de Bonne

Print . 47 x 38 cm Print . 18.5 x 15 inch

£841

Print, Marx sisters, Roland Topor

Marx sisters

Print . 38 x 28 cm Print . 15 x 11 inch

£841

Print, Ex Voto, Roland Topor

Ex Voto

Print . 38 x 28 cm Print . 15 x 11 inch

£841

Print, Boxeurs, Roland Topor

Boxeurs

Print . 66.5 x 45 cm Print . 26.2 x 17.7 inch

£1,683

Print, Une vie à la gomme, Roland Topor

Une vie à la gomme

Print . 50 x 65 cm Print . 19.7 x 25.6 inch

£1,683

Print, Paysage Polonais, Roland Topor

Paysage Polonais

Print . 50 x 33 cm Print . 19.7 x 13 inch

£841

Print, La phalette, Roland Topor

La phalette

Print . 50 x 33 cm Print . 19.7 x 13 inch

£664

Print, Venus Panic, Roland Topor

Venus Panic

Print . 50 x 33 cm Print . 19.7 x 13 inch

£514

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