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Demeter H. Chiparus
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Hindu Dancer'
- marble signed 'D.H. Chiparus' and 'Etling, Paris'
- bronze, ivory, portor marble
- 42.5cm.;
- 1ft 4¾in.
patinated and cold painted bronze, ivory, Portor marble
Literature
Shayo, 1999, p. 121
Catley, 2000, p. 87
Condition
A crisply cast and attractive example of this figure. Ivory arms and hands are white in tone suggesting the ivory may have been cleaned. Both little fingers have been restored. Some typical cracking to ivory to the left side of her face. General minor wear to patination and gilding. Chips to lower edge of base. Ready for display.
Prospective purchasers are reminded that this object contains ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, it is illegal to import elephant ivory under 100 years old into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers on page 92 of the printed catalogue. This is also available through the Conditions of Business link on the 'Events Detail' page to this auction or upon request to the department.
"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."