This is a beautiful Art Deco style chryselephantine-type sculpture, likely dating from the mid-20th century or a high-quality later reproduction in the style of masters like Demetre Chiparus or Ferdinand Preiss.

The term "chryselephantine" traditionally refers to bronze and ivory; however, most vintage pieces found today use cold-painted bronze (or spelter) and ivoryide/celluloid (an early plastic resin) for the "flesh" components.

A Large 35cm Art Deco Style Flapper Girl Statue - Cold Painted Bronze Finish

Item Specifics

• Style: Art Deco

• Subject: Dancer / Flapper Girl

• Material: Cold-Painted Metal (likely Spelter or Bronze) and Resin/Composition

• Base: Multi-colored banded Marble or Onyx

• Height: Approx. 14 inches (35 cm)

• Signature: Signed "F. Preiss" on the metal plinth (Note: This refers to the style of Ferdinand Preiss).

Description

Stunning Art Deco Style "Dancer" Sculpture

Up for auction is this elegant Art Deco style sculpture featuring a female dancer in a dynamic, rhythmic pose. She wears a highly detailed, patterned tunic with a cold-painted bronze/Verdigris finish that captures the light beautifully.

Features:

• Exquisite Detail: The face and headwear are finely carved, showing the serene expression typical of the era.

• Striking Base: The figure stands on a heavy, stepped multi-colored marble/onyx base with beautiful natural banding in ochre, red, and cream.

• Condition: Good vintage condition. There is some light age-related wear to the painted finish and a small natural pit/mark on the neckline (please see photos). The hands and fingers appear intact, which is rare for these delicate figures.

• Dimensions: Stands approximately 14 inches (35.5 cm) tall including the base.

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