* Demetre Chiparus (Romanian, 1886-1947) Dourga bronze, onyx and ivory inscribed D. Chiparus to top of onyx Height of bronze 9 3/4 inches, height overall 14 1/2 inches Estimate $ 3,000-5,000 Property from the Estate of Berdye Levine, Chicago, Illinois Bronze in overall good, stable, complete condition without dents or losses. Having fairly even patina throughout. One area of discoloration to interior of left arm near elbow. Ivory to face intact with several tight vertical age splits. Ivory to left hand likely replaced material or repaired and overpainted. Onyx base intact without cracks or repairs. Some minor chipping to edges and surface scratching. Metal to base possibly later, once fitted for a lamp.
* Demetre Chiparus (Romanian, 1886-1947) Dourga bronze, onyx and ivory inscribed D. Chiparus to top of onyx Height of bronze 9 3/4 inches, height overall 14 1/2 inches Estimate $ 3,000-5,000 Property from the Estate of Berdye Levine, Chicago, Illinois Bronze in overall good, stable, complete condition without dents or losses. Having fairly even patina throughout. One area of discoloration to interior of left arm near elbow. Ivory to face intact with several tight vertical age splits. Ivory to left hand likely replaced material or repaired and overpainted. Onyx base intact without cracks or repairs. Some minor chipping to edges and surface scratching. Metal to base possibly later, once fitted for a lamp.
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