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Modern Masters Tapestries
303 5th Avenue, Suit 204
New York City, NY 10016 , United States
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Les Palmiers
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Description
Alexander Calder
Les Palmiers
Dimensions: 109 x 159 cm (43 x 62.5 in)
Date: 1975
Material: Handwoven wool tapestry by Atelier Pinton Frères in Felletin, France
Condition: Perfect
Serial: Edition /200
Provenance: Private French Collection
Alexander Calder “Les Palmiers” Tapestry
Les Palmiers (1975) is a vibrant wool tapestry by Alexander Calder, created in collaboration with the master weavers of Atelier Pinton Frères in Felletin, France. Measuring 109 x 159 cm, this work is numbered 50 out of an intended edition of 200, though far fewer were ultimately completed, making each surviving piece a rare and coveted object.
In this composition, Calder reinterprets the natural world through his inimitable abstract lens. Stylized palm trees emerge as dynamic, playful forms—bold in color and rhythmically arranged. The interplay of curves and lines suggests motion and balance, reflecting the artist’s deep engagement with movement and spatial tension.
Woven in the time-honored Aubusson tradition, the tapestry showcases the fusion of contemporary vision and ancestral craftsmanship. The texture of wool lends warmth and depth to Calder’s graphic expression, transforming it into a richly tactile artwork.
Preserved in perfect condition and sourced from a private French collection, “Les Palmiers” embodies the joyful energy and inventive spirit that define Calder’s work across all mediums. -
More Information
Documentation: Signed Period: 1950-1979 Creation Date: 1975 Styles / Movements: Modern Incollect Reference #: 806134 -
Dimensions
W. 62.6 in; H. 42.91 in; W. 159 cm; H. 109 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.
