Daybed
ca. 1910-1925 (made)
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Rosewood and printed velour upholstery (reproduced from photograph of original fabric). The back sculpted in a volute form, bottom carved with tassel. Carved legs with chinoiserie feet.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Rosewood and printed velour upholstery |
| Brief description | French 1920-5 des. Sue et Mare |
| Physical description | Rosewood and printed velour upholstery (reproduced from photograph of original fabric). The back sculpted in a volute form, bottom carved with tassel. Carved legs with chinoiserie feet. |
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| Gallery label | DAY BED
Designed by Louis Süe (French, 1875-1968) and Andre Mare (French, 1887-1932)
Made by the Compagnie des Arts Francaise, Paris
Rosewood and printed velour upholstery (reproduced from photograph of original fabric)
Before 1925
W.18-1980(1989-2006) |
| Object history | Purchased by the V&A in 1980, from Messrs. Foulke Lewis [80/446]. |
| Historical context | This is a characteristic example of the work of the famous partnership of the architect Louis Süe and the painter André Mare. |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | W.18-1980 |
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| Record created | February 7, 2007 |
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