Jean Tinguely (1925–1991), after “Volière Dromesko,” Artwork, hand-inscribed, gold-lettered dedication

Jean Tinguely (1925–1991), after “Volière Dromesko,” color offset print featuring  the Artist Hand-inscribed, gold-lettered dedication

37x27 cm

Framed

About the Artwork:

A vibrant fusion of printmaking, assemblage aesthetics, and spontaneous gesture, this enriched impression after Volière Dromesko captures the irreverent and theatrical spirit that defined Jean Tinguely’s artistic universe. Against a deep black ground, a whirlwind of handwritten lines, arrows, symbols, and vivid colours animates the composition, transforming the printed image into a unique, performative object.

At its centre, an exuberant constellation of found imagery and playful motifs—including feathers, cut-paper elements, stickers, and painterly interventions—evokes the fantastical world of the Dromesko travelling theatre company, whose poetic, eccentric productions resonated strongly with Tinguely’s fascination for movement, spectacle, and organised chaos.

The artist’s sweeping gold inscription and personal dedication traverse the surface with the immediacy of a drawing in space, recalling the energetic linearity of his celebrated kinetic sculptures. These handwritten additions elevate the work beyond a standard exhibition poster or print, creating a singular piece that bears the unmistakable presence of the artist’s hand.

Throughout his career, Tinguely challenged conventional definitions of art by embracing impermanence, chance, humour, and mechanical invention. A leading figure of post-war European avant-garde circles and closely associated with Nouveau Réalisme, he sought to blur the boundaries between object, performance, and everyday life.

Dynamic, playful, and deeply expressive, this hand-enhanced impression after Volière Dromesko embodies Tinguely’s enduring belief that art should surprise, provoke, and delight. Both visually exuberant and historically significant, it offers collectors an intimate connection to one of the twentieth century’s most innovative artistic voices.

About the Artist:

Jean Tinguely (1925–1991) was a Swiss artist best known for his kinetic sculptures and mechanical art pieces, often made from scrap materials. His work was heavily influenced by Dadaism and sought to critique industrialization, consumerism, and the nature of artistic creation itself.

Tinguely’s work continues to inspire contemporary artists and can be seen in major museums worldwide, including the Museum Tinguely in Basel.

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