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Demetre H. Chiparus – Bronze Figure – “Starfish Dancer” (48.5 Cm Tall)
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Demetre H. Chiparus – Bronze Figure – “Starfish Dancer” (48.5 Cm Tall)

1900 - 1920
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Demetre H. Chiparus – “Starfish Dancer” – An Art Deco all-Bronze figure of a female Parisian Dancer with arms held aloft, wearing the classic ‘Starfish’ costume and standing on a square black marble plinth/base. Signed “D. H. Chiparus” to the base.

Recommended.

Dated: c.1920-1925

Height: 48.5 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
48.5cm (19.09")
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Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Art Deco Bronze Dancer to the 1920s.

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SA1186994
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1847/A
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Description
Demetre H. Chiparus – “Starfish Dancer” – An Art Deco all-Bronze figure of a female Parisian Dancer with arms held aloft, wearing the classic ‘Starfish’ costume and standing on a square black marble plinth/base. Signed “D. H. Chiparus” to the base.

Recommended.

Dated: c.1920-1925

Height: 48.5 cm

Height
48.5cm (19.09")
Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Art Deco Bronze Dancer to the 1920s.

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SA1186994
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1847/A
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An Art Deco bronze figure depicting a standing female dancer with raised arms and a textured bodysuit, set upon a tiered black marble base.
Demetre H. Chiparus – Bronze Figure – “Starfish Dancer” (48.5 cm tall)
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Art Deco bronze sculptures are known for their stylized forms, elongated proportions, and dynamic poses inspired by dance, theatre, and modern movement. They frequently incorporate theatrical costumes, patterned textiles, and sleek geometric silhouettes reflecting early 20th-century design aesthetics.

These figures were primarily produced using the lost-wax (cire perdue) casting technique. Bronze pieces were subsequently finished with chemical patinations or cold painting, and typically mounted on multi-tiered plinths crafted from dark marble, onyx, or slate.

Authentic period castings generally feature crisp detail in the facial expression and surface textures, precise foundry marks, and period-correct signatures. Original pieces display genuine patination and subtle wear, alongside heavier, dense cast bronze rather than lighter modern zinc alloys.

A bronze statuette acts as a sophisticated focal point when positioned on a dark wood sideboard, marble mantelpiece, or glass-topped console table. Accent lighting positioned from above highlights the metallic surface patination and sculpted contours.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a soft bristle brush for textured areas. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners; a light application of clear microcrystalline wax once a year helps preserve the patination and seal the metal from humidity.
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