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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, Le trou normand, Roland Topor

Le trou normand

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

€750

Print, Le pouvoir me gongle, Roland Topor

Le pouvoir me gongle

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

€750

Print, J'ai tout en double I, Roland Topor

J'ai tout en double I

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

€750

Print, Mademoiselle P, Roland Topor

Mademoiselle P

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

€590

Print, Passe et manque, Roland Topor

Passe et manque

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

€500

Print, Rigor mortis, Roland Topor

Rigor mortis

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

€590

Print, Limelight, Roland Topor

Limelight

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

€480

Print, Tableau de chasse, Roland Topor

Tableau de chasse

Print . 47.5 x 34 x 0.2 cm Print . 18.7 x 13.4 x 0.1 inch

€500

Print, French caca, Roland Topor

French caca

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

€390

Print, Le nid, Roland Topor

Le nid

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

€580

Print, Le lapin, Roland Topor

Le lapin

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

€320

Painting, Untitled, Roland Topor

Untitled

Painting . 92 x 65 x 0.2 cm Painting . 36.2 x 25.6 x 0.1 inch

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Print, Phallus, Roland Topor

Phallus

Print . 35 x 25 cm Print . 13.8 x 9.8 inch

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Print, Histoire d'un fou, Roland Topor

Histoire d'un fou

Print . 33 x 26.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 13 x 10.4 x 0 inch

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Fine Art Drawings, La maladie de Hambourg, Roland Topor

La maladie de Hambourg

Fine Art Drawings . 49.5 x 32.3 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings . 19.5 x 12.7 x 0 inch

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Print, De la tête, Roland Topor

De la tête

Print . 53 x 75 cm Print . 20.9 x 29.5 inch

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Print, L'homme déraciné, Roland Topor

L'homme déraciné

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

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Print, Forcé, Roland Topor

Forcé

Print . 65 x 48 cm Print . 25.6 x 18.9 inch

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Print, L'évidence, Roland Topor

L'évidence

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

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Print, La bascule, Roland Topor

La bascule

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

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Print, Les quatre jambes, Roland Topor

Les quatre jambes

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

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Print, Je sème à tout vent, Roland Topor

Je sème à tout vent

Print . 48 x 64.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 18.9 x 25.4 x 0 inch

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Print, Histoire d'un fou, Roland Topor

Histoire d'un fou

Print . 33 x 26.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 13 x 10.4 x 0 inch

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Print, Ciel ouvert, Roland Topor

Ciel ouvert

Print . 65 x 48 x 0.1 cm Print . 25.6 x 18.9 x 0 inch

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Print, Ile de Pâques, Roland Topor

Ile de Pâques

Print . 48 x 65 x 0.1 cm Print . 18.9 x 25.6 x 0 inch

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Print, Cavaliers à la mer 5, Roland Topor

Cavaliers à la mer 5

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

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Print, La belle affaire, Roland Topor

La belle affaire

Print . 47.5 x 35 x 0.2 cm Print . 18.7 x 13.8 x 0.1 inch

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