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"La branche de gui et le livre" (Mistletoe and Book Still Life)

early 20th Century

About the Item

Serene and delicate still life by unknown artist "S. A." (likely French). A blue pitcher stands proud above an open book, with a branch of mistletoe draped across it. The objects are expertly rendered, with delicate shadows and accurate details. Initialed "S.A." in the lower right corner. Presented in a new off-white mat with foamcore backing. Titled, numbered, and initialed along the bottom edge ("La branche de gui et le livre S. A. No 1144") Artwork size: 9.75"H x 13.75"W Mat size: 16"H x 20"W
  • Creation Year:
    early 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Some tonal ageing to paper, as expected for a piece of this age.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH7392*1stDibs: LU54210401072

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