Lot 447
  • 447

DEMETRE H. CHIPARUS (RUMANIAN 1886 -1947) 'DANCER OF OLYNTHUS' IVORY AND GILT BRONZE ON ONYX BASE, CIRCA 1925

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 AUD
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Description

  • DEMETRE H. CHIPARUS (RUMANIAN 1886 -1947) 'DANCER OF OLYNTHUS' IVORY AND GILT BRONZE ON ONYX BASE, CIRCA 1925
  • inscribed signature, 37cm high
the young female with fitted cap and openwork tasselled skirt, poised on one foot,  the left leg and right arm outstretched, the other arm above her head, on tiered onyx base,

Condition

a number of fine hairline cracks to body, a little repair to body extremely well done, one foot has been restored
"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."