Christie’s Dec.1988 20th Century Decorative Arts Auction. Josephine Baker Cover..

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This catalog of Christie’s Important 20th Century Decorative Arts Auction from December 9 & 10, 1988, features “Josephine Baker: A Fine and Important Lacquered Wood Panel” by the firm of Jean Dunand, circa 1927, on the cover. shown in its entirety on page 217. another Josephine Baker piece on the facing page 216, which is a “maquette” or smaller study/sketch for the larger work. This catalog is a fantastic trove of beautiful high-end decorative art objects from Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods, and includes glass, pottery, furniture, lamps (especially Tiffany), jewelry, silver, and more. It is a delight to browse through and see all these amazing objects de art and their price expectations at that time.