Hans Theys

Hans Theys is a twentieth-century philosopher and art historian. He has written and designed dozens of books on the works of contemporary artists and published hundreds of essays, interviews and reviews in books, catalogues and magazines. All his publications are based on actual collaborations and conversations with artists.

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Panamarenko

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(c)image: Wim Van Eesbeek

Papaver [Poppy], 2002

Panamarenko

Object , 60 x 60 x 100 cm

plastic, PVC, tape, rope, wooden propeller, anchor

This object served as the model for the dirigible of the same name that Panamarenko built in 2002 in the workshops of an Antwerp airship constructor. The teardrop-shaped balloon has eight lobes and is fitted with a wooden propeller at the back.
The latter is pedal-driven by the pilot, who sits in a Plexiglas cabin beneath the balloon. Poppy’s
form, propulsion and scale are far removed from The Aeromodeller of 1969–71.

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