Description

Jean Cuisenier French Folk Art Book and 1989 Christies Auction Catalog: 20th Century, Original; 11.25” by 10” French Folk Art book, published 1976 hardcover book with original dust jacket and cardboard slipcase cover; book is in excellent condition, slipcase has minor damage; 10” by 8” 1989 Fine American Furniture, Silver, Fok Art and Decorative Arts Christie’s Auction Catalog, softcover, has minor edge wear, otherwise excellent condition, please see photos.

Medium

Paper

Date

20th Century

Condition Report

Very Good

Exhibited

Currently Mebane Antique Gallery and available for preview

Literature

French Folk Art by Jean Cuisenier The book on the left is a first edition of French Folk Art, written by Jean Cuisenier and published in 1977 by Kodansha International. Content: This comprehensive work explores regional French handcrafts, including furniture, pottery, naive painting, shop sign carving, and embroidery. Specifications: It contains 310 pages with over 400 illustrations, including 57 in color. Cover Art: The jacket features a brown ceramic rooster figurine, which is a classic example of French folk pottery. Christie's 1989 Auction Catalogue The item on the right is an auction catalogue for Fine American Furniture, Silver, Folk Art and Decorative Arts, held by Christie's New York on January 20–21, 1989. Sale Details: This specific auction was Sale Number 6742. Significance: These catalogues are often collected for their high-quality photographs and detailed descriptions of historical American pieces, including rare furniture and folk art.

Provenance

Estate Of The Late Nancy Jo Fox Of North Carolina

Notes

Available for live in house bidding and pay-pick up from our gallery, Always bid with confidence with Mebane Auction. Thank you Jon Lambert

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