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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Stepstraal, machine met raketaandrijving [Step Ray, Rocket-Propelled Machine], 1971

Panamarenko

Drawing , 65 x 100 cm

felt-tipped pen, pencil, paper

In 1971, Panamarenko returns to the P.A.T. theme in the design for Stepstraal. The device consists of a tubular frame to which two propeller-motors are attached, and has two foot-supports for the pilot, who during flight remains standing upright. The drawing again shows a hydrogen-peroxide fueled rocket. When the fluid is expelled under high pressure, two 'streams' are visible behind the pilot.

'The name 'Stepstraal' is really a combination to indicate 'stepping on' and 'jetting-away'...' - Panamarenko

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