Mrs. Reginald de Koven (Anna Farwell de Koven)
Date
Date unknownMedium
Sanguine and charcoal on paperCredit Line
Gift of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, 2015Dimensions
19 x 12 1/2in.Description & Inscriptions
[lower right in red ink]: stamped monogram initials; [below stamp in graphite]: Violet Oakley; [bottom left in graphite]: Mrs. Reginald De Koven done in New York
Anna Farwell de Koven (1862-1953) was a well-known socialite, novelist and amateur historian who published under the name “Mrs. Reginald de Koven.” Her husband was a well-regarded music critic and composer. Together the couple hosted numerous music receptions at their home in New York City.
Anna Farwell de Koven (1862-1953) was a well-known socialite, novelist and amateur historian who published under the name “Mrs. Reginald de Koven.” Her husband was a well-regarded music critic and composer. Together the couple hosted numerous music receptions at their home in New York City.
