This vintage mid-century modern ballerina sculpture was sold through Képcsarnok (Hungary’s state art gallery system), likely dating to the 1960s–1980s.

The piece depicts a seated ballerina in a modernist style with elongated limbs and minimalist facial features, typical of Eastern European modern sculpture of the period.

Details:

• Height: Approximately 12 inches

• Weight: 16 pounds

• Material: Cast iron (magnetic), bronzed finish

• Origin: Hungary

• Distribution Label: Original “KÉPCSARNOK” gallery label on underside

• Signature: Incised mark on base (see photos)

The sculpture is very heavy and solid, with visible foundry grinding marks underneath. A magnet confirms it is cast iron with a bronze-toned finish rather than solid bronze.

The underside retains the original Hungarian Képcsarnok label, which indicates it was sold through the state-run art gallery system during the Communist era.