D.H.Chiparus (J. Dancourt) - Sculpture, Le Vainqueur - 66 cm - Brass alloy - 1930

Magnificent Art Deco Sculpture “The Victor” (Olympic Salute)
Artist: Signed J. Darcourt (a recognized pseudonym of the celebrated Franco-Romanian sculptor Demetre H. Chiparus, 1886–1947).
Period: Circa 1930 (Art Deco period).
• Exceptional design: Depicts an Olympic athlete in a dynamic, triumphant pose, holding a laurel branch in his right hand as a symbol of victory. A masterpiece distinguished by its superb anatomical detail and powerful musculature.
• Material and finish: Cast in bronze with an elegant olive-green/antique patina.
• Signature: Authentic signature clearly engraved on the base: “J. Darcourt”.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, retaining a magnificent patina and character befitting its age.
A highly sought-after collectible, ideal for lovers of classical art, Olympic dynamism, and the sophistication of French Art Deco design.