Demetre Dimitri Haralamb Chiparus, Romanian, French, 1886 to 1947, bronze sculpture, Scarf Dancer, depicting a lady in an Oriental costume, made in the Art Deco manner. Mounted on a marble base. Signed, Chiparus, on the base. Circa: the first half of the 20th century. Demetre Haralamb Chiparus also known as Dumitru Chiparus was a Romanian Art Deco era sculptor who lived and worked in Paris. The sculptures of Dimitri Chiparus represent the classical manifestation of Art Deco style in decorative bronze sculpture. Traditionally, four factors of influence over the creative activity of the artist can be distinguished: Serge Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, ancient Egyptian art, and French theatre. Early motion pictures were among his more notable subjects and were typified by figures with a long, slender, stylized appearances. Some of his sculptures were directly inspired by Russian dancers. Antique and Vintage Bronze Sculptures, Figurines, Figures, and Statues For Collectors.

Dimensions: Size: Height with base 15 in., Height without base 12 in., W 10in. All measurements are approximate.