After Alexander Calder Wool Tapestry "Les Vagues," 1975
Item Details
Provenance: Truist Bank Corporate Collection
| Type | Tapestry |
| Maker | Alexander Calder, Pinton Frères Atelier |
| Technique | Woven |
| Manufacturing Process | Handmade |
| Materials | Wool |
| Inscriptions and/or Labels | Labels sewn to the verso lower left corner. The top label: “Set No. 29 of The Bicentennial Tapestries / limited edition designed by Alexander Calder / and woven at Aubusson, France, in celebration of / the American Revolution Bicentennial.” The lower label is signed by Calder with a monogram in ball point pen. |
| Date | 1975 |
| Origin | France |
| Additional Information | From the Bicentennial Tapestries series. Edition 29/200. |
Condition
- staining to wool and backing board fabric; debris behind plexiglass and embedded in wool; undulations from different wool weights and tacking to board; fraying in lower right to black wool; tacking stitches held with pressure tape that is losing its adhesive; fraying to edges of backing board fabric; oxidization of old frame points has stained and deteriorated backing fabric on the verso; scratches to plexiglass; residue; scratches and dents to frame; silver foil finish flaking off in areas; finish loss and wear to corners; toning to backing board.
Dimensions
- measures frame; tapestry measures 59"W x 40.5"H.
- This item may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
- Please note: If the winning bidder selects the warehouse transfer option, the item will be available for pickup at the selected warehouse three business days after payment has been finalized.
Item #
ITMGS93537
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