Demetre Chiparus (1886-1947) - Sculpture, Panthère rugissante - 18 cm - Fountain of Art, Marble - 1930
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A hand-signed Art Deco sculpture of a roaring panther by Demetre Chiparus, dating to around 1930, made of fonte d’art on a Portor marble base.
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D.H. CHIPARUS (1886-1947) - roaring panther in bronze with black patina on Portor marble pedestal, Art Deco, circa 1930
What presence! This panther captured in a feline stretch, mouth open in a roar, exudes an absolutely striking power.
The modeling is remarkable: supple musculature, protruding ribs, shoulder folds, carved claws, with a slight hammered effect that catches the light and brings the skin to life.
The nuanced black patina has beautiful depth, perfectly homogeneous. The animal rests on a stepped pedestal of black Portor marble with golden veining, whose ochre flows echo the dark silhouette of the big cat.
A work of art crafted and signed by a great name of the Art Deco era: DH. Chiparus, known for his chryséléphantines of dancers and his majestic fauves.
Typical of the golden age of Art Deco animal sculpture, this piece has real decorative power: placed on a sideboard, a console or a fireplace, it instantly becomes the focal point of the room. A piece of character, elegant and spectacular.
Era: circa 1930
Material: Cast metal (Art bronze), pedestal in Portor marble
Dimensions: L. 50 cm × D. 16.5 cm × H. 18 cm
Signature: DH Chiparus
Condition: very good visual condition but presence of two restorations visible in photos: one at the tail and one on the marble pedestal. Restorations carried out in the best conditions.
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D.H. CHIPARUS (1886-1947) - roaring panther in bronze with black patina on Portor marble pedestal, Art Deco, circa 1930
What presence! This panther captured in a feline stretch, mouth open in a roar, exudes an absolutely striking power.
The modeling is remarkable: supple musculature, protruding ribs, shoulder folds, carved claws, with a slight hammered effect that catches the light and brings the skin to life.
The nuanced black patina has beautiful depth, perfectly homogeneous. The animal rests on a stepped pedestal of black Portor marble with golden veining, whose ochre flows echo the dark silhouette of the big cat.
A work of art crafted and signed by a great name of the Art Deco era: DH. Chiparus, known for his chryséléphantines of dancers and his majestic fauves.
Typical of the golden age of Art Deco animal sculpture, this piece has real decorative power: placed on a sideboard, a console or a fireplace, it instantly becomes the focal point of the room. A piece of character, elegant and spectacular.
Era: circa 1930
Material: Cast metal (Art bronze), pedestal in Portor marble
Dimensions: L. 50 cm × D. 16.5 cm × H. 18 cm
Signature: DH Chiparus
Condition: very good visual condition but presence of two restorations visible in photos: one at the tail and one on the marble pedestal. Restorations carried out in the best conditions.
Secure and insured shipping.
Happy bidding
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Fountain of Art, Marble
Artist
Demetre Chiparus (1886-1947)
Title of artwork
Panthère rugissante
Signature
Hand signed
Year
1930
Condition
Good condition
Height
18 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
16.5 cm
Weight
6 kg
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