JEAN-MICHEL FRANK | Unique Daybed from the Residence of Christian Berard, Paris

Commissioned directly from the artist by Christian Berard, 2 rue Casimir-Delavigne, Paris, circa 1940
Private Collection, Paris
Jean-Marcel Camard, Paris
Private Collection, California
Phillips de Pury & Luxembourg, New York, April 25, 2002, lot 45
Private Collection, New York
Sotheby's New York, March 31, 2007, lot 174

Overall good condition. The painted surfaces with scattered losses throughout, marks and discolorations, and minor surface scratches and abrasions, all consistent with age and use. With some areas of lifting to the paint. The feet with more concentrated paint losses. The caming appears to have been replaced and is in very good condition with some gentle light discolorations around the perimeters. The silk upholstery of the mattress and pillows in overall very good condition with some scattered marks and gentle discolorations, consistent with age and use. A chic design by Jean-Michel Frank.
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This lot is offered together with a Certificate of Authenticity from the Comité Jean-Michel Frank.