The famous street artist Invader is doing things in a big way this time. Indeed, it is a new monumental work visible above the Place d'Italie in the 13th arrondissement of Paris which is revealed to Parisians and passers-by. This large-scale mosaic, entitled PA_1525, adorns the facade of a building and is already attracting curious looks. We tell you more.
A new Invade to flash ? This one is going to be more complicated to make! For several days, passers-by and fans of street-art can see an impressive mosaic, in green, white and red colors, which pays a vibrant tribute to the Place d'Italie. On his social networks, the artist writes: “ PA_1525 dominates Place d'Italie in Paris “. An XXL work that does not go unnoticed, praised by Jérôme Coumet, mayor of the 13th century, on X (formerly Twitter): “ This work visible from afar brings us the sun of Italy. »
Known for her numerous interventions in the Parisian cityscapethe approach ofInvader is most of the time more discreet. While most of his creations often remain hidden in unexpected corners, this mosaic imposes its presence and transforms the decor of the 13th arrondissement.
More than 1,500 mosaics in Paris
The name Invader has long been associated with the world of street art, an art which is now increasingly found in galleries, museums and special places in the capital and its surroundings. With more than 1,500 works scattered throughout the capitalits pixelated mosaics inspired by the aesthetics of 1980s video games have become landmarks for amateurs and the curious. Last February, the artist created an event by placing his 1,500th mosaicrevealed during a exposition surprise near République, attracting fans from the four corners of the globe.
A particularity of Invader's work lies in its ability to marry digital and reality. Since 2014, he has offered his fans “flash” his works through a mobile application. Each photo taken earns between ten and one hundred points, in a fun experience comparable to that of Pokémon Go. An original way to discover the capital, while searching for the creations of this true French Banksy.
With this new installation in the heart of the 13th arrondissement, Invader continues to enrich the urban artistic heritage of Paris, confirming its status as an essential figure in the street-art. A great opportunity to rediscover the Place d'Italie from another angle, between modernity and tradition.
