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Demeter H. Chiparus
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Russian Dancers': A Pair of Figures
- each base marked 'D.H. Chiparus' and 'Etling Paris'
- Bronze, ivory, onyx and marble
- the male figure: 39cm. high; the female figure: 40.5cm. high
- 1ft 3¼in.; 1ft 4in.
silvered, gilt and cold painted bronze and ivory, brown onyx bases with Portor marble and onyx chequered detail
Literature
Arwas, 1984, p. 20 (male figure only); Shayo, 1999, pp. 53, 148, pl. 79; Catley, 2000, pp. 61, 89
Condition
An attractive and desirable pair. Ivory more yellow in tone than the catalogue illustration suggests. Both with indistinct inscriptions to underside of base 'Made in France'. Male figure - Leaning forwards slightly. With highlights of cold painting to his tunic. Chip to lower edge at back of base. Wear to silvering particularly to his left leg. Natural cracks to ivory on arms and face. Restoration to 2 of the ivory elements of his left arm. Yellowing discolouration and glue deposit to his left hand.
Female figure - minor scratches to her skirt, cracks to all ivory elements, wear to all cold painting. An important model by the leading Art Deco sculptor.
Prospective purchasers are reminded that this lot contains ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, it is illegal to import elephant ivory under 100 years old into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers on page 52 of the printed catalogue or upon request to the department.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Important Notice
Prospective purchasers are reminded that most items in this sale contain ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, it is illegal to import elephant ivory under 100 years old into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers on page 52 of the catalogue. This is also available through the Conditions of Business link on the 'Events Detail' page to this auction or upon request to the department.