Bronze. Year of Work Circa 1925. DEMETRE H. CHIPARUS (1886-1947) 'DANCER OF KAPURTHALA' A COLD-PAINTED BRONZE AND IVORY FIGURE, CIRCA 1925. The sculpture belongs to the mature period of Chiparus’s oeuvre and reflects the influence of cabaret culture and aesthetic functionalism on figurative art. Close fitting cloche hats were one of the most fashionable features of the 1920s, and tightly fitting stage costumes covered in sequins were everywhere in European music halls. The title of the sculpture is taken from the name of an Indian city and is an example of the striking stage names adopted by dancers of that time. The very form of the sculpture is sharp, extravagant, geometrical and embodies the fast-moving rhythms of the 1920s “jazz era”. Valued between 40,000-60,000. 24 lbs. 11"W X 22 1/2"H X 4 1/2" D. From Private collection. References: Brian Catley, Art Deco and other Figures, Antique Collectors' Club, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 1978, p. 60, p.92 illustrated. · A. Shayo. Chiparus: Master of Art Deco. Abbeville Press Inc., USA, 1993, p. 132 illustrated. · Art Deco Sculpture: from Root to Flourishing, vol 1, Russian House Art Deco, 2008. · Dancer of Kapurthala, base inscribed: "Chiparus".Foundry mark on rear lower left of base. · Cold-painted parcel-gilt and plum patinated bronze, on an onyx base, 22 1/2" by 11" by 4 1/2". Sale Information Sale 2230. Price Realized $68,500. Estimate $35,000 - $55,000. Important 20th Century Decorative Art & Design 8 December 2009 New York, Rockefeller Plaza Overview Lot Description DEMETRE H. CHIPARUS (1886-1947) 'Dancer of Kapurthala' A Cold-Painted Bronze and Ivory Figure, circa 1925 on onyx base 22 in. (55.8 cm.) high based signed Chiparus. Special Notice Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. • Department Information • 20th Century Decorative Art & Design • Artist/Maker/Author Information • Demetre H. Chiparus • Keywords • Demetre H. Chiparus • 1920s • Sculptures, Statues & Figures • figure • ivory • Art Deco

General light marks, nicks, cracks and scratches to surface overall consistent with onyx base and age of item. Some rubbing of color consistent with age of item.