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

mid 20th Century

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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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