Birthday bouquet
Tapestry woven by the Braquenié workshop.
1969.
Van Vlasselaer (1907-1982) was the author of numerous monumental mural compositions, as well as stained-glass windows. From 1950 onward, he created tapestry Cartoons inspired by scenes from everyday life, Flemish folklore, and nature, in the light of the members of the group “Forces Murales”. His work, first figurative, evolved into dense vegetal subjects with sharp motifs, unfolding across geometric grounds, influenced by Cubism.
« “From 1969 onward, the style took on even greater scope. One of the most remarkable works is surely “Birthday bouquet”…. with a monumental air… Each detail is compelling in its originality. The flowers and leaves part ways with their natural condition with a fantasy that does not exclude rigor…” » (R. Avermaete, van Vlasselaer Tapisseries, p.97)
Bibliography:
R. Avermaete, van Vlasselaer Tapisseries, Editions Arcade, 1973, reproduced p.88
