2019
French artist Invader stages art “invasions” in cities around the world. He installs pixelated pieces inspired by 8-bit arcade video game characters on the walls of buildings in busy urban areas. Many of these mosaics depict the iconic aliens from the 1978 game Space Invaders, but Invader also uses characters from games like Super Mario Bros. and Pac-Man. He describes his work as contemporary street art. Though known for his public art, Invader also makes smaller-scale abstract prints and tile kits.
The real name of the man behind the Invader persona is purported to be Franck Slama. However, he keeps his identity private and his face a secret, wearing a mask in public and working under the cloak of night. Invader told The Talks magazine that not even his parents know about his life as a mosaicist — they think he works in the construction industry as a tiler.
Born in Paris in 1969, Invader grew up playing the ‘70s and ‘80s video games he now emulates in tile. He went on to graduate from the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He is believed to have begun tagging the streets of his native city with urban artist Zevs at the end of the 1990s. In 1998, he branched out on his own with the “Space Invaders” project.
Invader chose 8-bit characters as the subject of his work because he sees them as the icons of our digital world. He seeks not only to free the characters from their video games but also to liberate art itself from museums and institutions. Each "invasion" begins by scouting the city and finding the perfect spots for anywhere from 20 to 50 of his installations. Invader's creations have appeared in 79 cities in 20 different countries.
While committed to bringing art to the streets, Invader has shown his street art at museums and galleries around the globe. His solo exhibitions include Almine Rech Gallery in Paris, Citylights Gallery in Melbourne, Lazarides Gallery in London, PMQ in Hong Kong and Mima Museum in Brussels. His work is also immensely popular at art auctions and sells for tens of thousands of dollars.
On 1stDibs, find authentic Invader prints, mixed media works and other art.
3D Little Big Space Invader Sculpture Limited Edition to 5000 Street Art
By Invader
Located in Draper, UT
Vinyl Edition of 5,000 28 x 20 x 4 cm (11 x 7.8 x 1.5 in) Signed on the base Mint. Comes in original Invader box Our mission is to connect art collectors to opportunity. Whether it ...
Vinyl, Engraving
CB HOYO Limited Edition Hand Signed Book "I don't know what to name this?" Urban
By CB Hoyo
Located in Draper, UT
Only 257 of the these books were hand signed by the artist CB HOYO. Each book binding is unique. "I Didn't Know How To Name This" is the new book dedicated to CB Hoyo's life and creative process. Published by SKIRA, the book is an official collection of all his works accompanied by a lengthy interview in which the artist speaks about himself and deepens his friendship with Plan X Art Gallery. The book is a significant chapter in CB Hoyo's artistic career and personal life. It reinforces the solid foundations of a path that the artist continues to build day after day and to which Plan X Art Gallery is happy to contribute. Only 257 of the these books were hand signed by the artist CB HOYO. Each book binding is unique. "I Didn't Know How To Name This" is the new book dedicated to CB Hoyo's life and creative process. Published by SKIRA, the book is an official collection of all his works accompanied by a lengthy interview in which the artist speaks about himself and deepens his friendship with Plan X Art Gallery. The book is a significant chapter in CB Hoyo's artistic career and personal life. It reinforces the solid foundations of a path that the artist continues to build day after day and to which Plan X Art Gallery is happy to contribute. Medium: Books and Portfolios: Condition: Book is in great condition and hand signed by the artist, CB HOYO in black ball point pen. Signature: Hand-signed by artist, Hand Signed by the artist CB HOYO on the binding of the pages. Please and thank you...
Archival Paper
Space Invader Book Part Deux Invader Was Here... Street Art
By Invader
Located in Draper, UT
Condition: Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See the seller’s listing for full details. Book ...
Paper
Space Invader Prints On Paper Art Book Prints 2001 - 2020 Limited Edition Street
By Invader
Located in Draper, UT
Limited Edition Street Art France, 2021 Hardcover Book 10 1/2 × 8 × 2 in 26.7 × 20.3 × 5.1 cm Edition of 3000 This work is part of a limited edition set. Medium Books and Portfolio...
Paper, Archival Ink
4000 The complete guide to the Space Invaders 1998 - 2021 Book
By Invader
Located in Draper, UT
INVADER (French, b. 1969) 4000 — The Complete Guide to the Space Invaders, 1998–2021 First Edition Control P Editions 2022 The definitive catalogue raisonné of one of the most amb...
Paper
Taku Obata Signed And Numbered Art Book Zine Edition of 200 Street Art Japan
Located in Draper, UT
Taku Obata Signed And Numbered Art Book Zine Edition of 200 Street Art Japan. Thick heavy stock paper with vibrant inks. 8 1/4 × 6 in 21 × 15.2 cm Edition 1...
Screen
Invader, Invader 4000 The Complete Guide to The Space Invaders 1998-2021 Book
By Invader
Located in Manchester, GB
Invader, Invader 4000 The Complete Guide to The Space Invaders 1998-2021 Book Amazing resource and collectible for the Invader enthusiast. Invader 4000 T...
Paper
Invader 1000 Exhibition Catalog: Limited Edition Street Art
By Invader
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Exhibition catalog for "1000" at Le Feuvre gallery and La Generale in Paris. Features many of the artworks at the show and of Invaders around Paris. It was titled 1000 to celebrate t...
Paper
Paul Ramirez Jonas Hello Limited Edition Print
By Phaidon
Located in New York, NY
Mixed Media Inkjet print with silkscreen Measures: 24.00 x 18.00 in 61.0 x 45.7 cm Edition of 108 Signed and numbered by the artist. This work is part of the Vera List Annive...
Paper
We Love You So Love Us Too (Banksy Art Promo Record)
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Center label on record has an alternate version of the iconic Banksy Flower Thrower. Released in 2001. Very early piece of Banksy history. Music by vario...
Paper
UNTITLED (from the ARTSOUNDS Collection)
Located in New York, NY
YURA ADAMS Untitled (from the Artsounds Collection), 1986 color offset print, ed. 200 12 x 12 cm. 30.5 x 30.5 cm. Edition 49/100 signed and numbered in pencil by the artist on ver...
Offset
Untitled
Located in Barcelona, CT
The painting is being offered with a work and authenticity certificate
Engraving
