French 1950's Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Aubusson 1950’s Tapestry designed by Simon Chaye and woven by Atelier Legoueix in Aubusson
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Vintage 1950s French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool
1950s French Tapestry
Vintage French Scenic Tapestry Wall Hanging, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
This vintage scenic tapestry shows courting couples in an idyllic country setting by a lake, a
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Tapestries
Materials
Fabric, Tapestry
Jean Lurçat Woolen Tapestry, “Le Bouc Blue” – France 1950s
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Renens, CH
. Origination: 1950s, France. Condition: Very good. Tapestry has been professionally cleaned. Materials
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Large Aubusson wool tapestry "Poisson volant" by Jean Lurçat, Ed. Tabard 1950's
$19,239
H 51.19 in W 110.24 in D 0.79 in
Large Aubusson wool tapestry "Poisson volant" by Jean Lurçat, Ed. Tabard 1950's
By Jean Lurçat, Tabard
Located in Renens, CH
Large Aubusson Wall Tapestry "Poisson Volant" by Jean Lurçat, Atelier Tabard, France 1953. This
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
French vintage Petit Point geometric Wall Tapestry, needlepoint, circa 1950s
$742
H 19.69 in W 45.28 in D 1.19 in
French vintage Petit Point geometric Wall Tapestry, needlepoint, circa 1950s
Located in London, Fitzrovia
Original French handmade petit point / needlepoint wall tapestry or wool embroidery, circa 1950s
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Wood
1950s French Hand-Stitched Tapestry with Landscape and Bird Scenes
$4,328
H 110.24 in W 157.49 in D 0.4 in
1950s French Hand-Stitched Tapestry with Landscape and Bird Scenes
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s French Hand-Stitched Tapestry with Landscape and Bird Scenes
Category
Mid-20th Century French Tapestries
Materials
Wool
French Country Scene Framed Tapestry, Wool, 1950s, 34x26 Inches
$450Sale Price|53% Off
H 34 in W 26 in D 1 in
French Country Scene Framed Tapestry, Wool, 1950s, 34x26 Inches
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3774 French country scene framed tapestry.
Category
Vintage 1950s Tapestries
Materials
Wool
French Folk Art Wall Tapestry, Hand-Woven, Mid-Century, Unique Piece, 1950s
$5,411
H 108.27 in W 72.84 in D 1.19 in
French Folk Art Wall Tapestry, Hand-Woven, Mid-Century, Unique Piece, 1950s
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
craftsmanship of 1950s France. Dimensions: W 185 cm x H 275 cm Origin: France, circa 1950 Unique piece
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Natural Fiber
1950’s Robert Debiève Cubist Screen Print ‘Flight of Flamingos’
$6,806
H 42.13 in W 64.18 in D 0.99 in
1950’s Robert Debiève Cubist Screen Print ‘Flight of Flamingos’
By Robert Debieve
Located in Hastings, GB
Debiève was a French artist who specialised in cubism and contemporary art work, often referred to
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Materials
Canvas
1950s Constructivist Mechanical Futuristic Rug/Tapestry. Made in France
$38,000
W 70.07 in L 102.36 in
1950s Constructivist Mechanical Futuristic Rug/Tapestry. Made in France
Located in Milano, IT
1950s Constructivist Mechanical Futuristic Rug/Tapestry. Made in France in pure wool. This rug
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
1950's Signed Les Éditions d'Art de Rambouillet Medieval Hunting Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
the Hunt. Abrash. Handwoven wool. Made in France. Measures: 04'09 x 05'01. Date: 1950's. Mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Western European Rugs
Materials
Wool
Le Remailleur de Filet — Midcentury Tapestry by Robert Debiève, France, 1950s
$2,044
W 61.82 in L 41.34 in
Le Remailleur de Filet — Midcentury Tapestry by Robert Debiève, France, 1950s
By Robert Debieve
Located in Göteborg, SE
Le Remailleur de Filet (The Net Mender) is a striking midcentury tapestry by renowned French artist
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Western European Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Pair of Louis XV Style Armchairs, Carved Wood & Tapestry, France, c. 1950s
$1,931 / item
H 36 in W 24 in D 22 in
Pair of Louis XV Style Armchairs, Carved Wood & Tapestry, France, c. 1950s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
showcasing ornate floral tapestry upholstery, elegant cabriole legs, and a refined French silhouette. This
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century German Tapestry Wall Hanging 6.11' x 5.1', 1950s - 1C1181
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Tapestry, West Germany, Circa 1950s This impressive vintage wall tapestry was woven in West Germany during
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Vintage 1950s French Western European Rugs
Materials
Cotton
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Large 1950s Raw Silk Abstract Patchwork with Stylized Stitched Figures
Unavailable
H 118.12 in W 478.35 in D 0.4 in
Large 1950s Raw Silk Abstract Patchwork with Stylized Stitched Figures
Located in London, GB
Unusual silk tapestry depicting the sun, birds, people and abstract shapes. The artful use of vivid
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Vintage 1950s French Outsider Art Tapestries
Vintage 1950s French Tapestry-Woven Kilim Upholstered Stool w/ Spindle Legs
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H 25.6 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Vintage 1950s French Tapestry-Woven Kilim Upholstered Stool w/ Spindle Legs
Located in Marbella, ES
Vintage 1950s French tapestry-woven kilim upholstered stool with Solomonic style spindle legs.
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Late 20th Century French Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hand-Made Large Bucolic French 1950s Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Pasadena, CA
This very romantic Mid-Century Modern tapestry from France depicts a young couple and a large blue
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Tapestry, Wool
1950's French Modernist Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
A French modernist rug with surrealistic pattern.
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Jean Picart Le Doux "Concerto" Wall Tapestry, France 1950s
By Corot, Jean Lurçat
Located in Gardena, CA
Exquisite Jean Picart Le Doux" "Concerto" silkscreened tapestry of musical instruments on wall hung
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Cotton
20th century French Tapestry in the Style of Aubusson, 1950s
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very beautiful Aubusson style tapestry from the 1950s in very good condition. Theme: Country
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Linen
Very Large 1950s Tapestry of a Gauguin Scene
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Tapestry after Gauguin's painting "The King's Wife".
Category
Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Leaving for the Hunt tapestry, Ateliers d'Art de Rambouillet, France, 1950s
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H 55.12 in W 72.84 in D 0.4 in
Leaving for the Hunt tapestry, Ateliers d'Art de Rambouillet, France, 1950s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful and large tapestry, made in France in the 1950s, after an original tapestry from the XVIe
Category
Vintage 1950s French Aubusson Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Linen, Paint
La Forêt 1950s Tapestry by Robert Debiève
By Robert Debieve
Located in Doornspijk, NL
The design of the forrest was printed on this tapestry by the Parisian house of Corot, Editeur sur
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
“Musique De Chambre” Colorful Tapestry Signed by “Picart Le Doux” circa 1950s
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H 40.16 in W 59.85 in D 0.79 in
“Musique De Chambre” Colorful Tapestry Signed by “Picart Le Doux” circa 1950s
By Jean Picart Le Doux
Located in Beirut, LB
back on the label. Circa 1950s French.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Gaspard de Wit Eclat de Soleil, Sunshine, Hand-Woven Wool Tapestry Belgium 1950s
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H 8 in W 24 in D 30 in
Gaspard de Wit Eclat de Soleil, Sunshine, Hand-Woven Wool Tapestry Belgium 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gaspard de Wit Eclat de Soleil, sunshine, hand-woven wool tapestry Belgium 1950s. 81¼ W × 35¼ L in
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Textile, Wool
"Le Botaniste" Vintage French Tapestry by Robert Debievre
By Robert Debieve, Corot
Located in Beirut, LB
Large 1950s French cubist style tapestry by Robert Debieve (1926-1994) edited by Corot, 65, champs
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Cotton
Framed Modernist Tapestry by Jean Lurcat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Framed Modernist Tapestry by Jean Lurcat, French, circa 1950's. Original vintage French tapestry by
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
'Orphee à la Lyre' Tapestry by Jean Cocteau, designed late 1950s
Located in London, England
Charming composition of a green-eyed, golden haired lyre player and his instrument woven in wool in dark gold on cream ground, with deep green detailing and woven signature and logo....
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Vintage 1960s French Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Splendid French 1950s Wall Tapestry
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid French 1950s wall tapestry
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Tapestry
"Lumière Bleue" Aubusson Tapestry by Jean Lurçat, Atelier Tabard, 1950s
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H 60.63 in W 87.41 in D 0.4 in
"Lumière Bleue" Aubusson Tapestry by Jean Lurçat, Atelier Tabard, 1950s
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Remarkable Aubusson tapestry entitled Lumière Bleue, created by Jean Lurçat and woven in the
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Tapestry, Wool
Wall Tapestry by Alain Cornic, Owl, Aubusson, 1950s
By alain cornic
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Wall tapestry by Alain Cornic at Aubusson, France, 1950s. Named "Owl". Wool. Limited edition of 200
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Rare Wall Tapestry by Jean Picart le Doux "Le Dauphin", France, 1950s
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H 60.63 in W 52.37 in D 0.08 in
Rare Wall Tapestry by Jean Picart le Doux "Le Dauphin", France, 1950s
By Jean Picart Le Doux, Atelier Raymond Picaud
Located in New York, NY
The Dolphin tapestry Raymond Picaud éditeur great vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Gaspard De Wit Eclat De Soleil, Sunshine, Hand-Woven Wool Tapestry Belgium 1950s
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H 35 in W 82 in D 1 in
Gaspard De Wit Eclat De Soleil, Sunshine, Hand-Woven Wool Tapestry Belgium 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gaspard de Wit Eclat de Soleil, sunshine, hand-woven wool tapestry Belgium 1950s. 81¼ W × 35¼ L in
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Materials
Textile, Wool
1950s Threefold Toile Fabric French Screen with Studded Detail
Located in London, England
This circa 1940s/1950s French threefold screen is highly decorative versatile piece with two
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Vintage 1940s French Classical Roman Tapestries
Materials
Cotton
Tapestry Pillow or Cushion Woven Flemish Art-Nouveau Design, Ca 1950's
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H 13.5 in W 13.5 in D 4 in
Tapestry Pillow or Cushion Woven Flemish Art-Nouveau Design, Ca 1950's
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very attractive woven tapestry pillow or cushion which we date to the mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Pillows and Throws
Materials
Fabric
Alain Cornic 1950's French Wall tapestry
By alain cornic
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic wall tapestry in green painted wooden frame. Artist signed purchased in Milan circa 1960
Category
20th Century French Tapestries
Materials
Wool, Wood
#1062 Aubusson Tapestry, French 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Aubusson Tapestry, Signed by Artist: R. Fumeron. Musical Instruments Juxtabposed Inside Geometric
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
1950's Aubusson tapestry of kingfisher by G. Chaudoir
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A 1950's or 60's aubusson tapestry of a kingfisher signed G. Chaudoir bottom right. After A
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Vibrant Aubusson Wool Tapestry "Ala" by Mathieu Matégot, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot, Tabard
Located in Sylacauga, AL
Modern handwoven tapestry by French designer and material artist Mathieu Matégot.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Modern Tapestries
Materials
Wool
1950s Tapestry "Lunar Musical Instruments" Signed by Coutaud
Located in Paris, FR
1950s tapestry "Lunar Musical Instruments" signed by Coutaud. Five were woven in the Atelier
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Rare Marc Petit 1950s Aubusson Tapestry
By Marc Petit
Located in Paris, FR
at La Demeure in 1956, joins the APCT (Association of Painters - cartonniers of Tapestry) in 1958
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Lucien Coutaud 1950s Original Aubusson Tapestry
By Lucien Coutaud, Braquenie Aubusson
Located in Paris, FR
Lucien Coutaud. Measures: 147 x 197 cm. Braquenié Aubusson tapestry, 1950s. Lucien Coutaud
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Vintage 1950s French Tapestries
Materials
Wool
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1950s French Tapestry For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1950s French tapestry for your home. A 1950s French tapestry — often made from fabric, wool and wood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1950s French tapestry — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A 1950s French tapestry made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Aubusson — is very popular. Jean Lurcat, Jean Picart Le Doux and Alain Cornic each produced at least one beautiful 1950s French tapestry that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1950s French Tapestry?
The average selling price for a 1950s French tapestry at 1stDibs is $2,777, while they’re typically $340 on the low end and $280,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Tapestry for You
Whether you hang them behind your bed as a dazzling alternative to a headboard or over the sofa as a large-scale focal point in the living room, vintage tapestries can introduce an array of textures and colors to any space in your home.
Woven wall hangings haven’t consistently enjoyed the popularity or earned the highbrow status that other types of wall decorations have over the years, at least not since the 1970s, which was somewhat of a heyday for tapestries. Today, however, these tactile works of art are seeing a renaissance, as modern weavers are forging new paths in the medium while the demand for antique and vintage tapestries continues to grow.
“We are drawn to texture in environments, and we see tapestries as a subtle layer of soft ornament,” says Lauren Larson of the New York design duo Material Lust. Indeed, and a lot of opportunity comes along when decorating with this distinctive brand of soft ornament.
Think of wall hangings as paintings created by hand with fabric instead of oil or watercolors. If you’re not simply securing your treasure to a wall with nails, pushpins or Velcro, tapestries can be stretched over a frame, used to create a canopy in a cozy living-room corner, hung from a rod or placed inside a shadowbox. And because this kind of textile art is hundreds of years old, options abound with respect to subjects and designs.
For richly detailed depictions of landscapes and garden scenes, look to antique Chinese tapestries and Japanese tapestries. Aubusson tapestries are ornate wall hangings manufactured in central France that are also characterized by romantic portrayals of nature. For weavers of mid-century modern tapestries, as well as those working in textile arts today, the styles and subject matter are too numerous to mention, with artists exploring experimental shapes, bold colors and provocative abstract designs.
Antique, new and vintage tapestries can make a room feel warm and welcoming — find yours on 1stDibs now.
Questions About 1950s French Tapestry
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
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Anna Condo’s Multifaceted Career Spans Film, Photography and NFTs
From her historic Manhattan townhouse, the talented creator and curator of 1stDibs' latest NFT exhibition tells us about the art in her home and how she got involved with cryptoart.
How Keith Rivers Went from NFL Linebacker to Blue-Chip Art Aficionado
The former football player is as serious about becoming a great contemporary-art patron as he once was about making tackles. Here, Rivers tells us how he got the collecting bug and how his tastes have evolved over the years.