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

(c)image: Dirk Pauwels, Collection S.M.A.K., Ghent
Deltavliegtuig P-1 (Piewan) [Deltaplane P-1 (Piewan)], 1975
Object , 65 x 495 x 260 cm
aluminium, wood, perspex, rubber, metal

Don't be mistaken, this little device has a great deal of lift.  On the topside I mounted two rows of small motors will propellers that turn very fast.  If you ride along for ten meters, it takes off... (Panamarenko)