Art Deco, Micao Kono, l'Amour Saphique, Framed

Description

Micao Kono was a Japanese artist, born in 1876, who gained recognition for his unique blend of Japanese watercolor and … more Micao Kono was a Japanese artist, born in 1876, who gained recognition for his unique blend of Japanese watercolor and Western Art Deco styles. Born in 1876, Kono moved to Paris in the 1920s, where he developed his distinctive artistic approach.

l'Amour Saphique was painted in 1931 during Micao Kono's halcyon days in Paris, France.

Known for his figurative paintings, often featuring nude subjects, Kono's work is characterized by its vibrant colors, intricate details, and a sense of theatricality. His paintings were popular during the Art Deco era and are still admired for their beauty and technical skill.

From MutualArt
Micao Kono's work has been offered at auction multiple times, with realized prices ranging from 85 USD to 21,928 USD, depending on the size and medium of the artwork. Since 2008 the record price for this artist at auction is 21,928 USD for the Garden of Eden, sold at Tajan in 2016.

"l'Amour Saphique"
Framed, this piece measures 25.5 in width x 22 in height x 1.5 in depth
Unframed, this piece measures 21 in x 18 in height x 5/8 in

The artist died in 1954.


Origin:
Property from the collection of Muriel Karasik.

Condition :
relined

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