L'Atlas
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L'Atlas

France • 1978  1434 followers

French street artist L'Atlas embodies duality and purity in his hypnotic black and white works, influenced by Arabic calligraphy.

Biography

Jules Dedet, also known as L'Atlas, is a celebrated French street artist born in 1978, renowned for his distinctive and intricate approach to urban art. L'Atlas is famous for his exploration of purity in both form and color, with a deep focus on the Asian philosophy of duality. His work reflects the harmonious balance between opposites, where the interplay of black and white serves as a central theme in his art. This dualistic approach creates a captivating dynamic, allowing viewers to experience the tension and complementarity of these contrasting elements. Through his pieces, L'Atlas immerses his audience in a hypnotic visual narrative, embodying the essence of dualism in contemporary street art.

In 2024, L'Atlas's work continued to captivate audiences worldwide. He participated in several major exhibitions, including a notable showing at the Grand Palais in Paris, where he presented new installations that blended Arabic calligraphy with geometric abstraction. His art also featured prominently at the Palais de Tokyo, where he further pushed the boundaries of street art, integrating ancient symbolism with modern urban themes. L'Atlas's growing international presence has solidified his status as a leader in the contemporary street art movement, with his pieces now featured in prestigious collections around the globe. His unique combination of tradition and modernity, alongside his continued innovation, has earned him widespread recognition as one of the most influential contemporary street artists today.

L'Atlas's artistic journey began by rejecting traditional academic routes, opting instead to explore the world of street art. He dedicated himself to Arabic calligraphy, traveling to Morocco and Egypt to study under master calligraphers. Upon returning to Paris, he merged ancient calligraphy techniques with modern street art mediums such as scotch tape and spray paint, creating a unique and innovative style. His signature motifs, including geometric shapes, mazes, and compasses, often formed using gaffer tape (a white adhesive tape used in film production), are a prominent feature of his works. These labyrinths, applied on the ground, invite deep reflection and exploration, offering a visual puzzle that challenges the viewer to decode hidden messages. This fusion of traditional and contemporary methods has made L'Atlas one of the most influential figures in the global street art scene.

L'Atlas's artwork remains a significant influence in the world of street art, with his innovative techniques and thought-provoking visuals captivating art lovers worldwide. His contributions to the global urban art scene reflect a masterful blend of historical traditions and modern expression, ensuring his place among the most iconic street artists of the 21st century.

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Print, 3 blues, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 60 x 60 x 0.05 cm Print - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0 inch

$628

Painting, Triumph, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 100 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch

$10,629

Print, Sans titre, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 56 x 56 x 0.05 cm Print - 22 x 22 x 0 inch

$701

Painting, Silver Riders, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 100 x 91 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 35.8 x 1.2 inch

$11,353

Painting, You Got What I Need, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 120 x 2.5 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1 inch

$21,740

Painting, Into the Samples, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 50 x 70 x 3 cm Painting - 19.7 x 27.6 x 1.2 inch

$6,522

Print, Alcyone, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 50 x 50 cm Print - 19.7 x 19.7 inch

$350

Painting, Beat it Felicita, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 80 x 80 x 2.5 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1 inch

$9,179

Print, Life after fiction, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 70 x 70 x 0.1 cm Print - 27.6 x 27.6 x 0 inch

$544

Painting, Perrier, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 120 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.2 inch

$7,247

Painting, Liquid Serenity, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch

$6,522

Painting, Believe, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 94 x 78 x 4 cm Painting - 37 x 30.7 x 1.6 inch

$9,904

Print, Alcyone (Noir sur Blanc), L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 50 x 50 cm Print - 19.7 x 19.7 inch

$350

Painting, The Blue wolf, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 120 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.2 inch

$15,460

Painting, Shame, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

$6,643

Painting, Power of Love, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

$6,522

Painting, Silver snow, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 90 x 150 x 3 cm Painting - 35.4 x 59.1 x 1.2 inch

$15,460

Painting, Kiss The Sky, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 120 x 2 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 0.8 inch

$15,339 $13,805

Painting, That's that, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

$6,522

Print, Untitled, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 50 x 75 cm Print - 19.7 x 29.5 inch

$1,691

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Painting, L'Atlas - 2019, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 150 x 150 x 5 cm Painting - 59.1 x 59.1 x 2 inch

$20,291

Painting, Vomit & Spit, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 5 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 2 inch

$5,918

Painting, Dust in the wind, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 80 x 80 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch

$7,851

Painting, Underground stream, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 110 x 110 x 4 cm Painting - 43.3 x 43.3 x 1.6 inch

$12,682

Painting, Back in the future, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 90 x 90 x 3 cm Painting - 35.4 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch

$9,058

Painting, BLUE FIRE, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 120 x 2 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 0.8 inch

$14,373

Painting, Abstract gesture, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch

$10,749

Painting, Order & Chaos, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 80 x 80 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch

$8,334

Print, Rubrum, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 52 x 52 cm Print - 20.5 x 20.5 inch

$386

Painting, Horizons I, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 100 x 100 x 5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 2 inch

$10,629

Painting, Twist and shoot, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 81 x 61 x 3 cm Painting - 31.9 x 24 x 1.2 inch

$7,971

Painting, All that she wants, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 81 x 61 x 3 cm Painting - 31.9 x 24 x 1.2 inch

$7,971

Painting, Silver Deflection I, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 106 x 66 cm Painting - 41.7 x 26 inch

$7,005 $5,254

Painting, The mask, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 67 x 67 x 3 cm Painting - 26.4 x 26.4 x 1.2 inch

$7,126

Painting, Golden Years, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 120 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.2 inch

$20,532

Painting, In A Landscape, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 80 cm Painting - 47.2 x 31.5 inch

$11,836 $9,469

Painting, In To The Body, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 80 cm Painting - 47.2 x 31.5 inch

$11,836

Painting, Phosphènes N° 01, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 158 x 164 cm Painting - 62.2 x 64.6 inch

$17,513

Print, Over me, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 60 x 60 x 0.2 cm Print - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.1 inch

$350

Print, Print new squares - Grey, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 50 x 50 x 0.01 cm Print - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0 inch

$278

Print, Print new squares - Black, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 50 x 50 cm Print - 19.7 x 19.7 inch

$278

Painting, Ground Patterns 1, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 200 x 200 x 4 cm Painting - 78.7 x 78.7 x 1.6 inch

$30,195

Painting, N48°52'17.23 E02°51'51.75, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 150 x 200 x 3 cm Painting - 59.1 x 78.7 x 1.2 inch

$15,097

Print, Big Bang (Red Edition), L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 78 x 78 x 0.5 cm Print - 30.7 x 30.7 x 0.2 inch

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Print, Life after fiction, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 70 x 70 x 0.05 cm Print - 27.6 x 27.6 x 0 inch

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Print, Seal N°17, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 69 x 71 cm Print - 27.2 x 28 inch

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Print, Cosmic Silver, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 58 x 48 x 1 cm Print - 22.8 x 18.9 x 0.4 inch

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Print, Perrier, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 48 x 68 cm Print - 18.9 x 26.8 inch

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Painting,  Stamps , L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 120 x 120 x 3 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.2 inch

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Print, Just another seal (Silver), L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Print - 56 x 56 x 0.1 cm Print - 22 x 22 x 0 inch

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Painting, Look at yourself, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch

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Painting, Don't Believe Them, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

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Painting, Like in the Begining, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch

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Painting, All right, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 60 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch

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Painting, Waiting in vain, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 100 x 80 x 5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 2 inch

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Painting, From the sea to the sky, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 100 x 100 x 5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 2 inch

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Painting, Silver for ever, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 80 x 80 x 2.5 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1 inch

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Painting, To the light, L'Atlas

L'Atlas

Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch

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What is L'Atlas’s artistic movement?
The artistic movements of the artists are: Famous Street Artists, Abstract Street Art
When was L'Atlas born?
The year of birth of the artist is: 1978