Alexandre Petrus (1988) - PICSOU
06
days
21
hours
09
minutes
36
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
No reserve price
Expert
Selected by Anthony Chrisp
Over 10 years' experience in art trade and previously founded his own gallery.
Gallery Estimate € 1,600 - € 2,000
No bids placed
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 133697 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Alexandre Petrus presents an original, hand-signed street art piece titled PICSOU (2026), 61 × 46 cm on cotton canvas stretched on a wooden frame, created with mixed media (hand-cut stencil, spray paint and acrylic) from France, in excellent condition with an authenticity certificate included.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
TITLE
Picsou
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Title : Picsou
Artist : Alexandre Petrus
Technique : Hand-cut stencil, spray paint and acrylic
Support : Cotton canvas on wooden stretcher
Dimensions : 61 x 46 x 2 cm
Year of creation : 2026
Signature : Hand-signed, AP monogram on the front
Authenticity : Certificate of authenticity included
Condition : Excellent condition
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
“Picsou” reinterprets one of the most iconic characters of pop culture through a bold and contemporary street art approach.
Recognizable at first glance, the character stands with elegance and confidence, cane in hand, embodying ambition, success and a certain mischievous charisma. Beyond nostalgia, this composition plays with the powerful visual aura of a figure that has marked generations, transforming him into a striking and highly decorative contemporary subject.
The intense orange background gives the piece a radiant, almost golden atmosphere. It evokes wealth, energy and flamboyance, while creating a strong contrast with the black and white stencil work. This warm palette reinforces the character’s presence and gives the artwork an immediate visual impact.
The textured background, created instinctively, brings depth and movement to the composition. It contrasts with the clean, precise lines of the hand-cut stencil, reflecting the balance between spontaneity and control that defines my artistic practice.
Every detail — the posture, the top hat, the facial expression and the folds of the clothing — is carefully translated through layered stencil work, giving the piece both graphic strength and refinement.
“Picsou” is a vibrant artwork that combines childhood memory, pop culture and contemporary urban aesthetics. A character-filled piece designed to catch the eye and bring a strong, playful identity to a collection.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Alexandre Petrus is a French stencil artist whose work stands out for its instantly recognizable visual identity, combining the raw power of street art with the refinement of meticulous hand-crafted technique.
Specialized in hand-cut stencils, he has developed a strong and distinctive artistic signature, where precision, contrast and emotion come together in a powerful visual language. Each composition is carefully constructed, then brought to life on textured, instinctive backgrounds that make every piece feel vibrant, unique and alive.
What makes Alexandre Petrus’s work especially compelling is this rare balance between mastery and spontaneity. His subjects are crafted with remarkable precision, while the painted backgrounds are created freely and intuitively, giving each artwork its own rhythm, atmosphere and singular presence. This approach reflects what defines his universe: originality in repetition. Even when a stencil is reused, the artwork itself is never duplicated.
His creations move between wildlife, mythological figures, pop culture and emotionally charged scenes, making his body of work both diverse and immediately identifiable.
Over the years, Alexandre Petrus has built a growing base of collectors across Europe and internationally, drawn to the uniqueness, consistency and strong personality of his work.
Each piece is an original artwork — no prints, no editions — making every Alexandre Petrus painting a truly exclusive acquisition for collectors who want more than decoration: a work with identity, presence and soul.
SHIPPING
The artwork will be carefully packaged with professional materials to ensure optimal protection.
Tracked and insured shipping.
FOLLOW ME
instagram : @alexandrepetrus.art
time site : www.ap-art.fr
Seller's Story
French stencil artist, I offer here original works entirely handmade.
Each painting is created on canvas using stencils that I draw and cut out myself, then reinterpreted on unique and spontaneous backgrounds.
My work draws inspiration from pop culture, mythological figures, artistic icons, and contemporary characters, with an aesthetic blending street art and contemporary art.
All artworks for sale are unique pieces (no editions, no reproductions), signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
I ship each work with the utmost care, in a secure and tracked package, to France and internationally.
Translated by Google TranslateTITLE
Picsou
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Title : Picsou
Artist : Alexandre Petrus
Technique : Hand-cut stencil, spray paint and acrylic
Support : Cotton canvas on wooden stretcher
Dimensions : 61 x 46 x 2 cm
Year of creation : 2026
Signature : Hand-signed, AP monogram on the front
Authenticity : Certificate of authenticity included
Condition : Excellent condition
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
“Picsou” reinterprets one of the most iconic characters of pop culture through a bold and contemporary street art approach.
Recognizable at first glance, the character stands with elegance and confidence, cane in hand, embodying ambition, success and a certain mischievous charisma. Beyond nostalgia, this composition plays with the powerful visual aura of a figure that has marked generations, transforming him into a striking and highly decorative contemporary subject.
The intense orange background gives the piece a radiant, almost golden atmosphere. It evokes wealth, energy and flamboyance, while creating a strong contrast with the black and white stencil work. This warm palette reinforces the character’s presence and gives the artwork an immediate visual impact.
The textured background, created instinctively, brings depth and movement to the composition. It contrasts with the clean, precise lines of the hand-cut stencil, reflecting the balance between spontaneity and control that defines my artistic practice.
Every detail — the posture, the top hat, the facial expression and the folds of the clothing — is carefully translated through layered stencil work, giving the piece both graphic strength and refinement.
“Picsou” is a vibrant artwork that combines childhood memory, pop culture and contemporary urban aesthetics. A character-filled piece designed to catch the eye and bring a strong, playful identity to a collection.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Alexandre Petrus is a French stencil artist whose work stands out for its instantly recognizable visual identity, combining the raw power of street art with the refinement of meticulous hand-crafted technique.
Specialized in hand-cut stencils, he has developed a strong and distinctive artistic signature, where precision, contrast and emotion come together in a powerful visual language. Each composition is carefully constructed, then brought to life on textured, instinctive backgrounds that make every piece feel vibrant, unique and alive.
What makes Alexandre Petrus’s work especially compelling is this rare balance between mastery and spontaneity. His subjects are crafted with remarkable precision, while the painted backgrounds are created freely and intuitively, giving each artwork its own rhythm, atmosphere and singular presence. This approach reflects what defines his universe: originality in repetition. Even when a stencil is reused, the artwork itself is never duplicated.
His creations move between wildlife, mythological figures, pop culture and emotionally charged scenes, making his body of work both diverse and immediately identifiable.
Over the years, Alexandre Petrus has built a growing base of collectors across Europe and internationally, drawn to the uniqueness, consistency and strong personality of his work.
Each piece is an original artwork — no prints, no editions — making every Alexandre Petrus painting a truly exclusive acquisition for collectors who want more than decoration: a work with identity, presence and soul.
SHIPPING
The artwork will be carefully packaged with professional materials to ensure optimal protection.
Tracked and insured shipping.
FOLLOW ME
instagram : @alexandrepetrus.art
time site : www.ap-art.fr
Seller's Story
French stencil artist, I offer here original works entirely handmade.
Each painting is created on canvas using stencils that I draw and cut out myself, then reinterpreted on unique and spontaneous backgrounds.
My work draws inspiration from pop culture, mythological figures, artistic icons, and contemporary characters, with an aesthetic blending street art and contemporary art.
All artworks for sale are unique pieces (no editions, no reproductions), signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
I ship each work with the utmost care, in a secure and tracked package, to France and internationally.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Artist
Alexandre Petrus (1988)
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
PICSOU
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
61 cm
Width
46 cm
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Street art
Period
2020+
Sold by
