Alexander Calder (1898-1976) Hommage à la Catalogne Tapestry Handwoven wool Woven monogram 'CA' on the bottom right Woven by the Atelier Raymond Picaud, Aubusson Numbered '1/5', titled 'HOMMAGE À LA CATALOGNE' and Calder handwritten signature on the bolduc Model created in 1964 H 206 × L 297 cm Provenance: Jean-François Picaud collection, purchased from the latter by the current owner. Note: This tapestry, the first one produced in 1964, was exhibited at the Maeght foundation in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, from April 2nd to May 31st, 1969, for the ‘Calder’ exhibition. The buyer will be provided with an authenticity certificate and a signed bolduc.

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