Paper collage on canvas, 1973, 101 cm wide x 82 cm high £1950
Arthur Aeschbacher was a member of the Nouveau Réaliste group, active in Paris during the 1950s and 1960s. As a student of Fernand Léger, Aeschbacher took up typography, using this form of expression to create some of his most iconic works. Using scraps of torn posters and scattered fonts, he produces complex and dynamic visual compositions, where words blend harmoniously with graphic aesthetics.
Aeschbacher's work has been exhibited extensively in Switzerland and abroad, drawing the attention of art lovers around the world. In recognition of his talent, he has received numerous awards, including the Grand Prix de la Ville de Genève. In 2016, the Institut Français in Mainz opened the exhibition Arthur Aeschbacher — The last poster artist, underlining the artist's lasting influence on contemporary art.
