Oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left “A.D.M. Cooper 1916” A lavish orientalist nude painted by California artist Astley David Middleton Cooper in 1916, this large-scale canvas reflects Cooper’s signature blend of sensual subject matter and elaborate decorative detail. The reclining figure, adorned with pearls and diaphanous drapery, is set against a richly imagined interior of columns, tapestries, and mirrored panels—hallmarks of Cooper’s fantasy-laden scenes. By the early 20th century, Cooper had established a successful career in San Jose, becoming one of the West’s most flamboyant painters and a favorite among collectors of provocative and romanticized Western art. Dimensions: Canvas 33 x 51 in.; Frame 40 ¼ x 58 ¼ in. Provenance: Al and Carol Cali Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free local pickup in Sacramento, CA. For blanket-wrapped delivery within California, we recommend contacting Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (920) 450-5027. Relined. Presents well overall. Small areas of in-painting visible under ultraviolet light.