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Actrice, a bronze and ivory figure modelled by D.H. Chiparus 1920's
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- base inscribed D.H. Chiparus
- 45cm. high including base.
carved ivory, cold painted bronze in silver and green with details in gold, black and red on cream, brown and black onyx base
Literature
A. Shayo, p. 122, fig. 54
Condition
The ivory with an age crack running from the corner of the right eye over the cheek down to the collar (ca. 3 cm) and another one running from the left sleeve over the upper arm down to the elbow (ca. 2 cm). The cold paint probably partly retouched. The base with a horizontal crack over the front panel and a chip to the left ornament
"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."