An organic electroluminescence element having a thin film of organic
compound containing at least a light-emitting layer interposed between an
anode and a cathode is disclosed. This element is driven by utilizing the
sheet resistance of the anode or the cathode in a manner such that the
distribution of brightness or color in a single light-emitting plane is
modulated with the elapse of time. For example, at least either of the
anode and the cathode is furnished with not less than two connecting
parts, voltages are applied severally to the connecting parts, and at
least one of the factors, i.e. amplitude, frequency, phase, and offset of
the voltage applied to each of the connecting parts is modulated. As a
result, a completely novel organic electroluminescence element that is
capable of causing the brightness and the color to be so modulated as to
induce waving in a single light-emitting plane can be realized.