Sale 5868
London, South Kensington
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28 October 2014
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Price realised
GBP 68,500
Estimate
DEMETRE CHIPARUS (1888-1950) 'STARFISH', CIRCA 1925 patinated and cold-painted bronze, and ivory, on onyx and marble base 29 ¾ in. (75.5 cm.) high base signed D. H. Chiparus
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Literature
Similar examples illustrated: V. Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 54; A. Shayo, Chiparus, Master of Art Deco, New York, 1993, p. 152; B. Catley, Art Deco and other figures, Suffolk, 2003, p.71.
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.
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