Envol de formes géométriques
Dimensions: 166.55 x 84.64 in, 169 x 215 cm
Date: 1980
Material: Handwoven wool tapestry by Atelier Gisèle Glaudin-Brivet, Aubusson
Condition: Perfect
Serial: Edition /6
Signature: Signature of the artist on the bottom right
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Nadia Léger “Envol de formes géométriques” Tapestry
Envol de formes géométriques tapestry is a striking example of Nadia Léger’s late artistic vision, where her commitment to bold abstraction meets the rich tradition of Aubusson textile craftsmanship. Created in 1980 at the renowned Atelier Gisèle Glaudin-Brivet in Aubusson, this wool tapestry measures 169 x 215 cm (approximately 166.55 x 84.64 inches) and was produced in a limited edition of six. It bears the signature of the artist in the bottom right corner, affirming its authenticity and collectible value.
This tapestry reflects Léger’s characteristic visual language—an energetic composition of geometric forms, where circles, lines, and blocks of saturated color seem to move across the surface in rhythmic harmony. The “Envol” or “flight” of shapes suggests upward motion and dynamism, evoking her fascination with space, movement, and the cosmic themes that marked her late work, especially after the 1960s.
Léger’s use of Suprematist and Purist influences is evident in the clarity of form and structured abstraction. Yet, she brings a warmth and sensuality to her compositions through her vibrant palette and soft textile medium. The translation of her bold visual motifs into woven wool adds depth and texture, offering a monumental and tactile dimension to her abstract vocabulary.
The Envol de formes géométriques tapestry exemplifies Nadia Léger’s ability to merge avant-garde ideals with traditional techniques, asserting her unique place within both 20th-century abstraction and the legacy of Aubusson tapestry art.
Detailed information
Nadia Léger “Envol de formes géométriques” Tapestry
Envol de formes géométriques tapestry is a striking example of Nadia Léger’s late artistic vision, where her commitment to bold abstraction meets the rich tradition of Aubusson textile craftsmanship. Created in 1980 at the renowned Atelier Gisèle Glaudin-Brivet in Aubusson, this wool tapestry measures 169 x 215 cm (approximately 166.55 x 84.64 inches) and was produced in a limited edition of six. It bears the signature of the artist in the bottom right corner, affirming its authenticity and collectible value.
This tapestry reflects Léger’s characteristic visual language—an energetic composition of geometric forms, where circles, lines, and blocks of saturated color seem to move across the surface in rhythmic harmony. The “Envol” or “flight” of shapes suggests upward motion and dynamism, evoking her fascination with space, movement, and the cosmic themes that marked her late work, especially after the 1960s.
Léger’s use of Suprematist and Purist influences is evident in the clarity of form and structured abstraction. Yet, she brings a warmth and sensuality to her compositions through her vibrant palette and soft textile medium. The translation of her bold visual motifs into woven wool adds depth and texture, offering a monumental and tactile dimension to her abstract vocabulary.
The Envol de formes géométriques tapestry exemplifies Nadia Léger’s ability to merge avant-garde ideals with traditional techniques, asserting her unique place within both 20th-century abstraction and the legacy of Aubusson tapestry art.
