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Modern Tapestry by Jean Lurçat – Midnight Sun

Creator: Jean Lurcat / Jean Lurçat
Offered by: Boccara Gallery

Description
Galerie Boccara presents the tapestry “Midnight Sun” by Jean Lurçat. Galerie Boccara highlights the talent of Jean Lurçat as well as the exceptional know-how of the weaver artisans of Atelier Tabard.

Galerie Boccara is recognized for its passion and dedication to textile art and is committed to preserving and promoting unique and high-quality works of art. By presenting the tapestry “Midnight Sun”, the gallery offers art lovers the opportunity to discover this unique work of textile art.

“Midnight Sun”

The “Midnight Sun” tapestry, created by Atelier Tabard based on a design by Jean Lurçat, is a piece that embodies the excellence of textile art and the alliance between the talent of Jean Lurçat and the exceptional know-how of artisan weavers.

This extraordinary tapestry, designed in the 1950s, transports viewers into a dreamlike world where nature and light meet in a magical way. “Midnight Sun” is a poetic visual representation of the natural phenomenon of the midnight sun, which occurs in the polar regions where the sun never completely sets.

The carefully chosen colours in this tapestry skillfully reflect the subtle nuances of light that bathes the landscape during the midnight sun. The delicate tones of blues, purples and pinks evoke the mystical and serene atmosphere of this unique time of day. The colours seem to blend together harmoniously, creating fluid transitions that add visual depth and a sense of movement to the work.

Atelier Tabard, renowned for its expertise in the art of tapestry, created this remarkable piece using traditional hand-weaving techniques. Each thread was meticulously woven to faithfully reproduce the smallest details of Lurçat's original design, resulting in an exceptional work of art that combines the creativity of the artist and the skill of the artisans.

The grandeur of “Midnight Sun” is impressive. Its monumental size allows one to fully appreciate the intricate details and rich textures that unfold throughout the tapestry. Each element, whether floral patterns, abstract shapes, or organic lines, is revealed to the viewer with remarkable precision and clarity.

Type: Tapestry
Manufacturer: Tabard Brothers
Origin: Aubusson, France

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wool.
Condition:	Good. Perfect.
Creation Date:	1950
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	764582

Dimensions

W.	104.33 in;	H.	74.02 in;
W.	265 cm;	H.	188 cm;

Message from Seller:

Boccara Gallery, a renowned international gallery, specializes in prestigious modern and antique tapestries, as well as artistic rugs, featuring works by pioneers like Picasso, Calder, and Le Corbusier. With over 30 years of expertise under the leadership of Didier Marien, the gallery also showcases sophisticated furniture by French designer Jean-Yves Lanvin and represents prominent contemporary artists. | 212.901.0432 | info@boccara.com