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La poire, Le fromage, et Le Serpent

Creator: Alexander Calder -Atelier Pinton
Offered by: Modern Masters Tapestries

Description
-Edition 48/200
-This is one of a series of six tapestries Calder created to commemorate the 200th Anniversary of the American Revolution. The elements within Calder's La poire, le fromage, et le serpent are rich with symbolic meaning, typical of his ability to imbue abstract forms with deeper resonance. Spirals, a recurring motif in Calder's work, visually convey dynamism, representing growth, cycles, and continuous flow. The sinuous serpent, a multifaceted symbol, introduces themes of transformation, wisdom, or primal nature. Finally, the "pear" and "cheese" forms, while abstract, ground the composition in playful everyday objects, characteristic of Calder's whimsical spirit and his knack for elevating the mundane into art. Together, these elements create a characteristic Calder tableau, inviting viewers to engage with both universal archetypes and a unique, personal narrative.

More Information

Documentation:	Certificate of Authenticity
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Hand-woven wool & silk tapestry
Condition:	Good. excellent condition
Creation Date:	1975
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Patterns:	Abstract, Animal/Insects, Geometric, Modern, Textured
Incollect Reference #:	857768

Message from Seller:

At Modern Masters Tapestries, we offer a curated collection of exceptional 20th-century tapestries and artistic rugs, featuring works by renowned artists like Sonia Delaunay and Alexander Calder. Founded by art connoisseur Didier Marien as a branch of the esteemed Boccara Gallery, our passion for textile art spans over 35 years. For more information, contact us at 228.343.4620 or info@mmtapestries.com.