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Louise Apthorp
Still Life with Bottle, Paintbrushes, and Book in Oil on Paper

mid 20th Century

About the Item

Still Life with with Bottle, Paintbrushes, and Book in Oil on Paper Bright still life by Louise L. Apthorp (American, 1878-1963). A wine bottle, vase full of brushes, pear, and large book sit on a table. The book is "Verve. The Ultimate Review of Art and Literature (1937-1960)". The tablecloth is bright, with a multicolor checker pattern, affixed to the wall to create a backdrop. The squares of color and folds in the cloth create the impression of cubism, even though the subject is not cubist. Signed "Apthorp" in the lower left corner. Shipped in a plastic frame for protection. Louise L. Apthorp (American, 1878-1963) was born in 1878 in New Jersey and lived in Massachusetts. In the mid-1940s, she moved to Monterey, CA. She was listed in “Who Was Who in American Art” (1985, 1999), “Dictionary of Woman Artists” (1985), and “Mallet’s Index of Artists” (1935). Memberships: Copley Society of Boston North Shore Art Association, Gloucester Society of Independent Artists Boston Art Club
  • Creator:
    Louise Apthorp (1878 - 1963, American)
  • Creation Year:
    mid 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.25 in (71.76 cm)Width: 22.25 in (56.52 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Good condition for its age. Paper is thin and two tears have been stabilized. Minor loss of paper in lower right corner.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DBH83241stDibs: LU54213711012
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