PA_694, Space Invader mosaic in 16th arrondissement, Paris, France.
PA_694 is a Space Invader mosaic in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, France. It shows a pixelated orange creature with dark square eyes, framed by a green and white checkered border, mounted on a pale wall with a metal pipe to the left.
This mosaic was installed in the 2010s as part of Invader's ongoing project that began in Paris in the 1990s. The artist continues to add new pieces, and some are removed or damaged over time, making each one a temporary marker of the street's changing face.
The mosaic is part of a worldwide street art project by the artist Invader, who places pixelated characters in cities. Locals often treat these small works as hidden treasures, and spotting one has become a playful activity for residents and visitors alike.
Look for the mosaic on a wall in a residential area; it is small and easy to miss, so scan the walls at eye level. The street is narrow with a sidewalk, and you can view it on foot without entering any building.
The mosaic includes a single pinkish-red tile in the upper right corner of its border, a small detail that differs from the usual all-green border. Such variations are often overlooked but add a subtle twist to the standard design.
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