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Pierre Bobot (1902-1974), lacquer screen

Creator: Pierre Bobot
Offered by: Avant-Garde Gallery by Pierre Bosche

Description
Pierre Bobot (1902-1974) was a French lacquer artist known for his innovative use of synthetic lacquers. After studying at the École Bernard Palissy and the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, he opened his workshop in 1923 and became a restorer for Museums and National Palaces. Bobot’s work often showcased panoramic views of Paris and nature scenes, incorporating ornamental motifs. He exhibited at major salons from 1932 and collaborated with renowned designers. As the only lacquer professor in France from 1934 to 1968, he taught complex techniques at the École des Arts Appliqués in Paris.

The oeuvre we present includes both Japanese and Chinese-style lacquer, featuring feuilles d'or and harigaki technique applied on the back.

One side features colored lacquer on a background of gilded leaves, adorned with floral and insect motifs of magnolias.
Signed and monogrammed in the lower right corner.
The reverse side showcases the “torn” lacquer technique, with engraved decorations of phoenixes (harigaki), birds, and butterflies.
This screen has not been restored and shows a number of small scratches and losses (see photos), primarily on the back side. A small restoration would restore its former brilliance.

Dimensions
Each panel - H : 175 cm L : 50 cm/H : 68,9 in L : 19,7 in
In total - H : 175 cm L : 198 cm/H : 68,9 in L : 78,7 in

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Lacquered wood
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Asian
Dealer Reference #:	273
Incollect Reference #:	591283

Dimensions

W.	78.74 in;	H.	68.9 in;	D.	0.98 in;
W.	200 cm;	H.	175 cm;	D.	2.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Avant-Garde Gallery is dedicated to the XXth Century Decorative Arts. We are an antique dealer which offers works of art by artists who shaped the XXth century and our present. The artists on displays embodied the Avant-garde and keep surprising us by their modernity. They are painters, poster designers, designers, cabinet makers, sculptors, ceramists, silversmiths or photographers. P: 3361118125611 E: pierre.bosche@gmail.com