Rare Custom Bookcase by Paul Frankl
USA
c. 1930
Bookcase/storage cabinet of orange & black lacquered wood, with gold painted face in a snaking geometric motif & thick glass side panels. A rare example of American Art Deco that exemplifies Frankl's departure from his skyscraper furniture into a more simplified direction.
h. 45.5" w. 50" d. 12"
Very good vintage condition with some losses to the lacquer.
$16,500.
Ref. 34 PF 03