Demètre H. Chiparus, 'Etoile de mer' (Starfish), c. 1928, H. 38 cm (with base). Bronze, patinated in green, beaded decoration, polished; Hands and face of carved ivory. Sign .: DH Chiparus (carved). Pedestal made of different marbles and onyx., Chiparus has his characters from the creations of Paris Ballets Russes. He was inspired by the programs and contemporary magazines. Shayo, Chiparus, New York 1999, p. 49, p. 152; Catley, Art Deco and other figures, Woodbridge 1998, p. 83; Berman, Bronzes, vol. 2, p. 419, no. 1593. Starting Price : 25000