Louis XV carved walnut canape
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Description
Louis XV carved walnut canape, 19th c., France, fluted crest rail with central carved rose bouquet above a mauve velvet upholstered backrest and sides bordered with brass tacks, with loose cushion seat, raised on cabriole legs, approx. 38"h x 65"w x 22"d
Provenance: Estate of Huguette Clark
Notes/Literature: Huguette Marcelle Clark (1906-2011) was an heiress and philanthropist, who became well known again late in life as a recluse, living in a hospital for more than 20 years while her mansions remained empty. She was an accomplished artist and musician, having studied under famous portrait painter Tadeusz Styka, and her paintings were exhibited at the Corocoran Gallery, Washington in 1925
Provenance: Estate of Huguette Clark
Notes/Literature: Huguette Marcelle Clark (1906-2011) was an heiress and philanthropist, who became well known again late in life as a recluse, living in a hospital for more than 20 years while her mansions remained empty. She was an accomplished artist and musician, having studied under famous portrait painter Tadeusz Styka, and her paintings were exhibited at the Corocoran Gallery, Washington in 1925
Condition
Good, minor scattered nicks, scratches and wood discoloration, minor upholstery wear and slight fading
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Louis XV carved walnut canape
Estimate $700 - $1,000
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