Lot 244
  • 244

DEMETER H. CHIPARUS (ROUMANIAN, 1886-1947), 'THE LITTLE SAD ONE', IVORY AND GILT BRONZE, CIRCA 1925

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 AUD
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Description

  • DEMETER H. CHIPARUS (ROUMANIAN, 1886-1947), 'THE LITTLE SAD ONE', IVORY AND GILT BRONZE, CIRCA 1925
  • 31cm high
modelled as a young girl with down cast eyes holding her negligee to her cheek, on a faceted black and brown veined marble base 



Base inscribed D.H. Chiparus, Etling Paris

Condition

Small repair to ivory hair, a number of very fine hairlines to ivory legs and feet
"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

LITERATURE: For a similar example see Bryan Catley, Art Deco and other Figures, 2003 p.72