1935 “French Room” Signed Watercolor Interior Painting in Gilt-Trimmed Wood Frame

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Titled French Room and signed “REG 35” at the lower right, this charming 1935 painting captures a richly furnished interior. … Read more Titled French Room and signed “REG 35” at the lower right, this charming 1935 painting captures a richly furnished interior. A chandelier hangs above patterned chairs and a small table, while portraits, drapery, decorative objects, and a fireplace fill the room with detail. Expressive lines and washes of green, plum, and warm cream convey the atmosphere of a home gathered over time. Solid wood frame with a textured, weathered gray oak finish and gold gilt inner liner.

Similar to interior portraits of the layered rooms associated with Sibyl Colefax, John Fowler, and Sister Parish. Its lively depiction of a decorated room that resembles Chanel apartment at the Ritz Paris also has an affinity with the later interior paintings of Jeremiah Goodman.

Presented under glass with a cream mat and fine double-line border, the painting sits in a substantial solid wood frame with an intentionally textured finish and gold gilt inner detail. It would make a distinctive addition to a library, sitting room, or gallery wall.

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Title: French Room, inscribed beneath the image

Signed and dated: “REG 35,” lower right

Medium: Appears to be watercolor on paper

Overall dimensions: 17.5" H × 15.25" W

Presentation: Matted and glazed in a solid wood frame with gold gilt detail See less