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Paul Philippe (1870-1930)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Dancer with Turban'
- back of the dress signed 'Phillippe' (sic)
- 64.5cm.;
- 2ft 1¼in.
silvered, gilt and cold-painted bronze, ivory and onyx, modelled as a young dancer dressed in an opulent dress and wearing a turban, on a dome-shaped stepped base
Literature
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, Chryselephantine statuettes of the Twenties and Thirties, London and New York, 1984, p. 44 (for an illustration of another example of this model)
Condition
An attractive and large scale model. Some hairline cracks to the ivory. Her lips might be retouched. Her left hand numbered and with traces of old glue. This hand has been restored and is now slightly discoloured and retains a natural crack to the ivory. Some scratches to the bronze in places. Patina possibly retouched. Onyx in good order overall. A striking piece of good overall appearance.
Please note that this lot contains ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, ivory cannot be imported into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers at the back of the catalogue (Section 4).
"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."