Alexandre Petrus (1988) - PICSOU






Studied art history at Ecole du Louvre and specialised in contemporary art for over 25 years.
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Alexandre Petrus, PICSOU, 2026, mixed media, original artwork, 61 cm by 46 cm, contemporary street art on a pop culture theme, hand-signed, France.
Description from the seller
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
“Picsou” is a bold reinterpretation of one of the most iconic figures of popular culture, embodying wealth, ambition and determination.
Standing upright with his cane and top hat, the character reflects both elegance and authority. This posture, instantly recognizable, symbolizes success built through perseverance, intelligence and a strong sense of independence.
The vibrant red and orange background brings intensity and energy to the composition. These warm tones evoke power, passion and movement, reinforcing the strong personality of the character while contrasting sharply with the clean black and white stencil.
The artwork was created using my signature double-layer stencil technique. The image was digitally designed and then meticulously hand-cut before being applied with spray paint and acrylic. This process allows for sharp, graphic precision while maintaining the expressive and spontaneous nature of the background.
By placing a well-known figure within a contemporary street art aesthetic, the piece creates a bridge between nostalgia and modern artistic expression.
This is a unique, original artwork. Even if the stencil may be reused in future works, each background remains entirely one of a kind.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Alexandre Petrus is a French stencil artist whose work blends street art, digital design and traditional craftsmanship. Each stencil is designed digitally and then hand-cut with precision before being painted.
His artistic approach is based on the contrast between control and spontaneity. While the stencil provides structure and detail, the background is created instinctively, allowing textures and emotions to emerge — a concept he defines as “originality in repetition.”
He has created murals across France and performs live painting for weddings and corporate events, bringing his urban artistic universe into a wide range of contexts.
All artworks are original pieces — no prints, no editions.
SHIPPING
The artwork will be carefully packaged with professional materials to ensure optimal protection.
Tracked and insured shipping.
FOLLOW ME
instagram : @alexandrepetrus.art
website : www.ap-art.fr
Seller's Story
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
“Picsou” is a bold reinterpretation of one of the most iconic figures of popular culture, embodying wealth, ambition and determination.
Standing upright with his cane and top hat, the character reflects both elegance and authority. This posture, instantly recognizable, symbolizes success built through perseverance, intelligence and a strong sense of independence.
The vibrant red and orange background brings intensity and energy to the composition. These warm tones evoke power, passion and movement, reinforcing the strong personality of the character while contrasting sharply with the clean black and white stencil.
The artwork was created using my signature double-layer stencil technique. The image was digitally designed and then meticulously hand-cut before being applied with spray paint and acrylic. This process allows for sharp, graphic precision while maintaining the expressive and spontaneous nature of the background.
By placing a well-known figure within a contemporary street art aesthetic, the piece creates a bridge between nostalgia and modern artistic expression.
This is a unique, original artwork. Even if the stencil may be reused in future works, each background remains entirely one of a kind.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Alexandre Petrus is a French stencil artist whose work blends street art, digital design and traditional craftsmanship. Each stencil is designed digitally and then hand-cut with precision before being painted.
His artistic approach is based on the contrast between control and spontaneity. While the stencil provides structure and detail, the background is created instinctively, allowing textures and emotions to emerge — a concept he defines as “originality in repetition.”
He has created murals across France and performs live painting for weddings and corporate events, bringing his urban artistic universe into a wide range of contexts.
All artworks are original pieces — no prints, no editions.
SHIPPING
The artwork will be carefully packaged with professional materials to ensure optimal protection.
Tracked and insured shipping.
FOLLOW ME
instagram : @alexandrepetrus.art
website : www.ap-art.fr
