Description
Original colored lithograph on japanese paper, countersigned and numbered XXII/XXV by Jean PICART LE DOUX (1902-1982), depicting playful elements, including a five of diamonds and a dice. He was born in Paris in 1902, and soon abandoned his studies to work as a bookbinder in the publishing industry, before turning to advertising and graphic arts. He published his first works in 1935. He won the Grand Prix for theater posters. He created illustrations for Jean Cocteau, Maurice Ravel and Guillaume Apollinaire. It was Jean Lurat who encouraged him to create his first tapestry cartoons, and together they participated in the tapestry revival from 1947 onwards. Picart Ledoux became Grand Master of Aubusson tapestry, and created the monumental tapestry Les phases du temps for the ocean liner France. In an attractive gilded wood frame. Sight 43 x 59 cm.
| Period | 1920 to 1949 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1940 |
| Production Period | 1940 to 1949 |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Identifying Marks | This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark |
| Style | Modernist |
| Detailed Condition |
Very Good This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Small tear to edge
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| Product Code | VCJ-1747976 |
| Materials | Lithograph |
| Width |
75 cm 29.5 inch |
| Depth |
2 cm 0.8 inch |
| Height |
57 cm 22.4 inch |
| Weight Range | Standard Between 40kg and 80kg |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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