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Le Chevalier, La Petite Fille Le Lion et Ondine

Creator: VINCENT GUIGNEBERT
Offered by: Boccara Gallery

Description
Vincent Guignebert is a discreet figure associated with decorative and narrative tapestry design, likely active in the second half of the 20th century. While little documented information is available about his career, his work reflects a strong connection to figurative storytelling and traditional European textile heritage.
His composition The Knight, The Little Girl, The Lion and Ondine illustrates this approach, combining symbolic characters and mythological references within a structured, ornamental composition. The piece evokes themes drawn from medieval and allegorical imagery, a common source of inspiration in tapestry design.
Rather than focusing on avant-garde abstraction, Vincent Guignebert’s work appears rooted in narrative clarity and decorative balance, aligning with the tradition of workshop-produced tapestries where the artist’s role is closely tied to the translation of imagery into textile form.

More Information

Documentation:	Certificate of Authenticity
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Hand-woven in wool
Condition:	Good. Excellent condition
Styles / Movements:	Art Deco, Modern, Mid Century
Patterns:	Abstract, Animal/Insects, Florals/Botanical, Tone on Tone
Incollect Reference #:	867066

Dimensions

W.	170 in;	H.	71 in;
W.	431.8 cm;	H.	180.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

Boccara Gallery is a leading international gallery specializing in prestigious modern and antique tapestries and artistic rugs, with a curated selection of works by 20th-century masters such as Alexander Calder, Sonia Delaunay, Man Ray, and Victor Vasarely. We are proud to announce our upcoming exhibition, Man Ray: Revolving Doors Tapestries, the first U.S. presentation of his historic textile series. The show will be on view November 5 to December 20, 2025 at our Midtown Manhattan gallery.