Chiparus & the Ballets Russes: Twelve Masterworks from an Important Private Collection

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Lot 8
  • 8

Demeter Chiparus

Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 USD
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Description

  • Demeter Chiparus
  • Clara

  • base engraved Chiparus, figure stamped BRONZE

  • cold-painted, parcel-gilt and silvered bronze; carved and tinted ivory; on an onyx base
  • 21 1/2 x 28 3/8 x 7 5/8 in. (54.6 x 72.1 x 19.4 cm)

Provenance

Frederic M. Babbish Collection

Literature

Alberto Shayo, Chiparus:  Master of Art Deco, New York, 1993, p. 115, pl. 47

Catalogue Note

Although Clara does not appear to be inspired by a specific performance, her graceful floor pose embodies the sweeping sinuous lines of Eastern dancers.  Chiparus' subtle exaggeration of the figure's elongated back heightens the grace and movement of this dramatic pose.