Art Deco bronze figure Russian Dancer by Paul Philippe. Silvered and gilded this stunning figure is in a rare small size. Standing atop a shaped marble base, the figure stands on tiptoe and wears a beautiful, detailed dress. Well cast and with intricate detail this is an excellent example. Signed in the Brazilian Portoro marble base P Philippe . Excellent original condition. Light wear to the patinaPaul Philippe (Polish, 1870 ~ 1930) Born in Thorn in Poland, He became a pupil of Antonin Larroux when he moved to Paris. He exhibited with success at all the French salons. Philippe worked in both the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles; working in bronze, bronze and ivory and pure ivory his figures are sought after worldwide by collectors. Amongst his most recognised works are Le Reveil – the Awakening, Russian Dancer and ‘Radha’Art Deco (1920-1930s) is a style of decorative arts which first emerged in France, characterised by its geometric style. Art Deco was the successor to Art Nouv...