PAUL DUPRÉ-LAFON (1900-1971) Modernist sofa in black lacquered wood. The wrap-around frame features a wide protrusion at the top, forming armrests on the side cheeks and continuing on the front. The base is highlighted by a gilded bronze ring. The cushions are fully (re)upholstered. Circa 1930. Used condition, restorations, non-original black lacquer, non-original upholstery. Height: 73cm - Length: 200cm - Depth: 96cm Please note: We would like to thank Laure Tinel Dupré-Lafon, the artist's successor, for confirming the authenticity of this work. A certificate from the successor in title will be given to the purchaser at his request and expense. Provenance: - Galerie Couvrat Desvergnes. According to the artist's book, this work came from the decorator's office. - Private collection, Neuilly-sur-Seine. Acquired from Galerie Couvrat Desvergnes during the first exhibition devoted to Paul Dupré-Lafon, April 29-September 15, 1987. Bibliography: Thierry Couvrat Desvergnes - Paul Dupré-Lafon, décorateur des millionnaires - Les Éditions de l'Amateur, Paris, 1990. Our sofa is reproduced on pages 88 and 89, and an identical model is shown in archive photographs on pages 113 and 119.