Item Description
This rare and important matching pair of midcentury tapestries was designed by Jean Lurçat (1892–1966), the pivotal figure in the revival of modern tapestry in the 20th century. They were handwoven in wool at the respected Atelier P. Legoueix in Aubusson, France, circa 1950, after Jean Lurçat’s original Carton No. 13048 and No. 13049.
Woven using traditional Aubusson techniques, the tapestries translate Lurçat’s bold modernist composition into a richly textured wool surface, characterized by strong graphic forms, rhythmic structure, and symbolic imagery—hallmarks of his mature style. The quality of execution reflects the high standards of the Legoueix workshop, known for producing important editions of Lurçat’s designs.
The reverse is marked “Carte A” and “Carte B” and hand-signed by Jean Lurçat, providing authoritative confirmation of authorship and authenticity. Signed examples from this period are increasingly scarce and are considered highly desirable by collectors and institutions.
Designer: Jean Lurçat (1892–1966) After Carton: No. 13048 and No. 13049 Atelier: P. Legoueix, Aubusson, France Medium: Handwoven wool tapestry Date: Circa 1950 Signature: Hand-signed by Jean Lurçat on reverse Dimensions: 65 × 90 cm
A museum-quality example of postwar French textile art, this pair of tapestries represent important and collectible work by one of the masters of modern tapestry.
