Roy de Forest (American, 1930-2007), Folding Dog Chair

Late 20th century, polychrome painted vintage wooden chair, inscribed "To Sydney Lewis on his 75th birthday, from Andy, Finny, Susan & Dixon" to the underside.

29.25 x 17 x 18 in., seat height 16 in.

Collection of Sydney and Frances Lewis, Richmond, Virginia

Roy De Forest was a prominent California artist associated with the “Nut Art” movement, known for colorful paintings featuring dogs and fantastical landscapes. His 1974 retrospective at the San Francisco Museum of Art traveled to the Whitney Museum of American Art; his work is held in major collections including the Whitney, SFMOMA, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum.

Good estate condition.