Curatorial Narrative Keep smiling with Kellys by Anonymous presents itself within the vibrant tapestry of 1920s Art Deco, its creation date of 1922 firmly placing it at the cusp of this revolutionary era. The artist’s deliberate choice to adopt a soft brushwork approach imbues the work with an air of intimacy and warmth, subtly countering the more austere qualities often associated with this style. As one’s gaze is drawn into the piece, the dominant red hue, reminiscent of lacquer or polished marble, asserts itself as a visual anchor, while the interplay between white and beige tones creates a sense of fluid movement. When enlarged to 44×58, the palette takes on a life of its own, exerting a significant influence over the surrounding luxury interior. The chromatic structure of red, white, and beige becomes a nuanced dialogue, with each hue responding to and refracting the others in a manner akin to the spatial rhythm of a well-cra