Mid-Century Modern tapestry textile titled "Genevieve de Brabant" by Marc Saint-Saens (1903-1973). Artist signed bottom left of front, card on reverse with signature, title, edition #5/6, and Aubusson, Atelier Legoueix. Fantastic original condition, with no holes, rips, or repairs.

The noted artist Marc Saint-Saëns (1903-1979) was an influential French expressionist painter and tapestry artist who had a great impact on the way that France produced fine area rugs. A celebrated figure in his own lifetime, Saint-Saëns was responsible in part for the renaissance and rebirth of French tapestry production in the 20th century. Along with Jean Lurçat and Jean Picart Le Doux, Saint-Saëns established the Association of Cartoon Painters for Tapestry. This unique group used gouache to paint cartoons for tapestry production resulting in the fluid and uniquely Parisian lines.

75.5 x 38.5 in