Trois Spirales
Dimensions: 105 x 155 cm, 41 x 61 in
Date: 1975
Material: Handwoven wool tapestry by Atelier Pinton Frères in Felletin, France
Condition: Excellent condition
Serial: From an edition of 200
Signature: Artist signature woven on the bottom
Detailed information
Alexander Calder “Trois Spirales” tapestry
The Alexander Calder Trois Spirales tapestry (1975) captures the essence of the artist’s visual language through a bold and immediate composition. Part of The Bicentennial Tapestries series, the work translates Calder’s iconic forms into a woven structure that is both graphic and architectural.
Centered around a spiral motif, the composition unfolds in a continuous movement, where curves and color fields interact with clarity and intensity. The contrast between deep blue, vivid red, bright yellow, and white creates a strong visual rhythm, while the black outlines reinforce the structure of the design. The spiral, a recurring element in Calder’s work, introduces both motion and balance, giving the piece a dynamic yet controlled presence.
The tapestry was produced by Atelier Pinton Frères in Felletin, one of the most respected French weaving workshops, known for its collaborations with leading modern artists. Executed in wool and silk, the material enhances the luminosity of the colors while preserving the sharpness of the forms.
Issued in a limited edition of 200, each example bears the woven signature of the artist, confirming its authenticity. The Alexander Calder Trois Spirales tapestry stands at the intersection of art and design, where the original composition is not simply reproduced, but fully reinterpreted through textile.
With its balanced proportions and strong visual identity, the piece integrates naturally into contemporary interiors. It functions as both artwork and spatial element, shaping the atmosphere of the room through color, rhythm, and scale.
This tapestry reflects Calder’s ability to extend his artistic language beyond sculpture and painting, offering a work that remains both accessible and visually powerful.
Detailed information
Alexander Calder “Trois Spirales” tapestry
The Alexander Calder Trois Spirales tapestry (1975) captures the essence of the artist’s visual language through a bold and immediate composition. Part of The Bicentennial Tapestries series, the work translates Calder’s iconic forms into a woven structure that is both graphic and architectural.
Centered around a spiral motif, the composition unfolds in a continuous movement, where curves and color fields interact with clarity and intensity. The contrast between deep blue, vivid red, bright yellow, and white creates a strong visual rhythm, while the black outlines reinforce the structure of the design. The spiral, a recurring element in Calder’s work, introduces both motion and balance, giving the piece a dynamic yet controlled presence.
The tapestry was produced by Atelier Pinton Frères in Felletin, one of the most respected French weaving workshops, known for its collaborations with leading modern artists. Executed in wool and silk, the material enhances the luminosity of the colors while preserving the sharpness of the forms.
Issued in a limited edition of 200, each example bears the woven signature of the artist, confirming its authenticity. The Alexander Calder Trois Spirales tapestry stands at the intersection of art and design, where the original composition is not simply reproduced, but fully reinterpreted through textile.
With its balanced proportions and strong visual identity, the piece integrates naturally into contemporary interiors. It functions as both artwork and spatial element, shaping the atmosphere of the room through color, rhythm, and scale.
This tapestry reflects Calder’s ability to extend his artistic language beyond sculpture and painting, offering a work that remains both accessible and visually powerful.
