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Modern Masters Tapestries
303 5th Avenue, Suit 204
New York City, NY 10016 , United States
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La licorne passe sur la mer (The Unicorn passes over the Sea)
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Description
-Edition 1/5
Woven in Aubusson under the direction of master weaver Pierre Baudouin, La Licorne passe sur la Mer (1962) represents a pinnacle of Le Corbusier’s late-period graphic style. The composition is defined by a bold, sweeping silhouette of a unicorn traversing a sea of vibrant, rhythmic color blocks, using a limited palette of high-contrast tones to evoke a sense of monumental movement. Conceived not merely as decoration but as a “soft wall,” the work merges the artist’s architectural rigor with a lyrical freedom, translating his complex visual language into the warmth and organic texture of wool.
This tapestry has never been publicly exhibited and is accompanied by a complete set of documentation, including a letter from the artist relating to the work—further enhancing its significance as a rare and exceptional example of 20th-century textile art. -
More Information
Documentation: Certificate of Authenticity Origin: France Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Hand-woven wool tapestry Condition: Good. Excellent condition Creation Date: 1959 Styles / Movements: Modern Patterns: Abstract, Modern Book References: Martine Mathias, Le Corbusier Œuvre tissé, Paris, Philippe Sers, 1987, Nr. 23, mit Abb. Incollect Reference #: 856439 -
Dimensions
W. 108.3 in; H. 85 in; W. 275.08 cm; H. 215.9 cm;
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.
