Slipping through the Parisian night, a figure, cloaked and hooded, scales a building near Bastille. He carries a bag filled with colorful tiles, his mission: to leave his mark on the city. This is Invader, and tonight, he’s adding Space Invader PA0769 to his growing army of mosaic aliens. Space Invader PA0769 isn’t just any pixelated alien. It’s a “buble bleu,” a character from the 1986 arcade game, Bubble Bobble, a playful nod to 1980s pop culture. Invader, also known as Franck Slama, began his invasion in 1996, inspired by the classic Space Invaders game. He chose mosaics, a durable medium, ensuring his art would become a permanent part of the urban landscape. Each piece, including Space Invader PA0769, is meticulously cataloged and numbered in his vast database. This particular invader has a unique feature. Accompanying the blue bubble is a sign pleading “Leave us alone!” Perhaps a playful jab at those who attempt to steal his creations. Invader’s work has become so valuable that thieves, sometimes disguised as city workers, try to pry them from the walls. He counters this by using increasingly fragile tiles and stronger adhesives. So, if you stumble upon Space Invader PA0769, take a moment to appreciate its vibrant colors and quirky charm. It’s a testament to one artist’s dedication to bringing a playful pixelated invasion to the streets of Paris. Download the Flash Invaders app, snap a photo, and join the global hunt.
Vase aux têtes de faunes et termes Ornamental vase
Marvelous isn’t it? This stunning Vase aux têtes de faunes et termes. Before you stands a masterpiece of 17th-century artistry.