DEMETER H. CHIPARUS (1886-1947) - Lot 110

DEMETER H. CHIPARUS (1886-1947) "Ayouta, large version" model designed circa [1925]. A chryselephantine sculpture. Bronze with double patina; gilded and verde antico. Hands and face in finely carved ivory. Necklace, pendant and belt enhanced with red and white enamel. Original onyx base. Early edition proof, circa 1925/30. Signed D. CHIPARUS in the point on the terrace. Total height: 46.5 cm Height of subject alone: 35.5 cm Bibliography - Alberto Shayo - Chiparus, Master of Art Deco - Abbeville Press, New York, 1993. Identical model reproduced on page 119. - Bryan Catley - Art Deco and other Figures - Editions Antique Collectors' Club, England, 1978. Identical model reproduced on page 96. Expert : Emmanuel Eyraud