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Demeter Chiparus
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Demeter Chiparus
- "Starlight"
engraved D. H. Chiparus
- cold-painted and patinated bronze, carved ivory and onyx
Provenance
Milwaukee Auction Gallery, 1974
Literature
Bryan Catley, Art Deco and other Figures, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 1978, p. 72
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 51
Alberto Shayo, Chiparus: Master of Art Deco, New York, 1999, p. 116
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 51
Alberto Shayo, Chiparus: Master of Art Deco, New York, 1999, p. 116
Condition
Overall excellent condition. With some minor spots of oxidation to the skirt and sleeves of the figure. Surface dirt throughout. All the fingers of the sculpture are intact.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.