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Demeter H. Chiparus
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 EUR
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Description
- Demeter H. Chiparus
- Tango, vers 1921
- Signée Chiparus sur la base
- ivory
- Hauteur : 61,4 cm (24 1/8 in.) Largeur : 39,5 cm (15 1/2 in.) Profondeur : 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)
sculpture chryséléphantine en bronze peint à froid, figurant un couple de danseurs ; les visages, les bras de la femme et les mains de l'homme en ivoire ; pose sur une base en onyx à gradins
Literature
Franco Maria Ricci, Isadora Duncan, Paris, 1979, pp. 16 156-157
Alberto Shayo, op. cit., p. 85 planche 17 pour notre exemplaire
M. Okroyan, op. cit., pp. 48 et 79
Alberto Shayo, op. cit., p. 85 planche 17 pour notre exemplaire
M. Okroyan, op. cit., pp. 48 et 79
Condition
Some wear to the gilt to the bronze patina on both figures. A few slight cracks to the ivory consistent with normal age and use. Some slight traces of dirt. two chips to the lower part of the base. Very nicely carved and ciseled.
"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."