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Roland Topor

Roland Topor

France • 1938 - 1997 • 141 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

CHF 963

Print, Les descendants, Roland Topor

Les descendants

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

CHF 915

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

CHF 482

Recommended by Artsper
Fine Art Drawings, Sphinx, Roland Topor

Sphinx

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

CHF 1,445

Print, Âpre Nez, Roland Topor

Âpre Nez

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

CHF 915

Print, La tournée du patron, Roland Topor

La tournée du patron

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

CHF 819

Print, L'escalier, Roland Topor

L'escalier

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

CHF 289

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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

CHF 4,815

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

CHF 578

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

CHF 482

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

CHF 4,815

Print, Hue cocotte, Roland Topor

Hue cocotte

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

CHF 963

Print, Robe longue, Roland Topor

Robe longue

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

CHF 655

Print, Lady mille pattes, Roland Topor

Lady mille pattes

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

CHF 1,830

Print, C'est la vie, Roland Topor

C'est la vie

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

CHF 819

Print, Le style lisse, Roland Topor

Le style lisse

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

CHF 915

Print, Re-bonjour, Roland Topor

Re-bonjour

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

CHF 867

Print, Lassitude Nord, Roland Topor

Lassitude Nord

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

CHF 626

Print, Caca boudin, Roland Topor

Caca boudin

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

CHF 578

Print, Traîne misère, Roland Topor

Traîne misère

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

CHF 2,408

Print, Ver à pied, Roland Topor

Ver à pied

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

CHF 578

Print, Affiche (Œuvre gravée), Roland Topor

Affiche (Œuvre gravée)

Print . 50 x 35 cm Print . 19.7 x 13.8 inch

CHF 578

Print, Giscard, Roland Topor

Giscard

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

CHF 578

Print, La nausée, Roland Topor

La nausée

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

CHF 722

Print, Porc épique, Roland Topor

Porc épique

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

CHF 722

Print, L'accélérateur, Roland Topor

L'accélérateur

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

CHF 578

Print, Le fond du discours, Roland Topor

Le fond du discours

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

CHF 578

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

CHF 241

Print, La nuit de Cristal, Roland Topor

La nuit de Cristal

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

CHF 472

Print, Ficelle, Roland Topor

Ficelle

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

CHF 361

Print, Sans titre, sans date, Roland Topor

Sans titre, sans date

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

CHF 183

Print, L'annulaire, Roland Topor

L'annulaire

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

CHF 183

Print, Maréchal nous voilà, Roland Topor

Maréchal nous voilà

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

CHF 361

Print, Bouche que veux-tu?, Roland Topor

Bouche que veux-tu?

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

CHF 337

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

CHF 241

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

CHF 337

Print, Les boules, Roland Topor

Les boules

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

CHF 308

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

CHF 2,889

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

CHF 1,252

Print, La couturière, Roland Topor

La couturière

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

CHF 819

Print, Sans titre, Roland Topor

Sans titre

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

CHF 915

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

CHF 915

Print, La répétition, Roland Topor

La répétition

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

CHF 819

Print, Baubo, Roland Topor

Baubo

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

CHF 915

Print, Self-made man, Roland Topor

Self-made man

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

CHF 915

Print, Le Fourmillier, Roland Topor

Le Fourmillier

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

CHF 1,156

Print, Cap de Bonne, Roland Topor

Cap de Bonne

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

CHF 915

Print, Marx sisters, Roland Topor

Marx sisters

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

CHF 915

Print, Ex Voto, Roland Topor

Ex Voto

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

CHF 915

Print, Boxeurs, Roland Topor

Boxeurs

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

CHF 1,830

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

CHF 1,830

Print, Paysage Polonais, Roland Topor

Paysage Polonais

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

CHF 915

Print, Venus Panic, Roland Topor

Venus Panic

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

CHF 559

Print, La phalette, Roland Topor

La phalette

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

CHF 722

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