Bust Of Girl, Terracotta, Dh Chiparus. Art Deco, France, 1920s/30s

Terracotta bust of a girl. The artist depicted a charming, smiling girl with her eyes turned to the side and her hair ornamented. Signed DH Chiparus. Art Deco, France, 1920s/30s. Height 37.5 cm, width 28 cm, depth 15 cm. Very good state of preservation, slight rubbing and discoloration. Demetre Haralamb Chiparus (1886-1947) - Romanian born, one of the most important sculptors of the Art Deco period. He studied in Italy and France. He established his career in Paris. The works created by Chiparus are inspired by dance, especially Russian ballet, and archaeological discoveries in Egypt. The artist was often inspired by a technique known since antiquity - chryselephantine - combining metal castings with carved ivory. The style of the sculptures also refers to the idealized figures of classical Greece. Chiparus' interests were not limited to the human figure; he visited the zoo where he drew animals. During World War II, the works of Chiparus fell into oblivion, but in the 1970s they experienced a new success, which continues to this day. Free delivery in EU. ! I send parcels by insured courier (DPD or DHL). All items are packaged very carefully. As for payment, the most convenient for me is bank transfer.