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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.
The label is no longer on the plinth and as such could either be by Kormaromy or perhaps by Bimini of Austria. Either way, its is a superb and very unusual example.
Date & Origin
Austria or Germany, c1935
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration,some small minor discolouration patches.
Dimensions
Height: 22.5cm
Historical Relevance
Istvan Komáromy was born in Germany in 1910. He studied medical science in the late 1920's in Budapest, Hungary where he discovered he had a talent for glass blowing, making scientific glassware for fellow students and thereby creating additional income. This led to a fascination with glass and he began making artistic art deco-style glass items in his spare time. His professor at the time, sponsored Istvan on his first exhibition, launching his career as a young glass artist with exhibitions around Europe where he won a number of gold and silver medals. He moved to London in 1937 having married an Englishwoman and set up his own studios, producing work for the royal family and supplying the top London department stores.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.
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Art Deco Istvan Komaromy Glass Dancer C1935
