16th Sep, 2026 18:00

Urban & Contemporary Art

Lot 200a

Lot 200 - Invader (French 1969-), 'For Space'

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Invader (French 1969-), 'For Space'

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Condition Report

In very good/artists condition
No cracks, chips or missing tiles
There are some minor irregularities, due to the materials used
Two fixings attached the panel verso, some minor wear to the white fixings

Invader (French 1969-), 'For Space', unique ceramic tiles, signed and titled verso, sculpture; 30 x 30cm

Auction: Urban & Contemporary Art, 16th Sep, 2026

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Invader

In the late 1990s, the anonymous French artist known as Invader began affixing ceramic mosaic representations of Space Invaders—pixelated figures from the classic 1978 video game—throughout the streets of Paris. He later broadened his collection to feature Pac-Man ghosts and various other iconic 8-bit characters, with his creations now embellishing urban landscapes globally, from Los Angeles to Kathmandu. In addition to these covert street art installations, Invader has crafted mosaics on materials such as Perspex panels, plywood, and book covers. His artistic repertoire also includes paintings, drawings, and screen prints, all characterized by his distinctive pixelated aesthetic. These pieces frequently command six-figure sums in the secondary market. Notably, in 2019, astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti transported one of Invader’s artworks to the International Space Station, situated approximately 248 miles above the Earth. Invader has showcased his work internationally, with exhibitions held in cities including Los Angeles, Paris, Brussels, and Hong Kong, among others.