Alexandre Wolkowyski

Art Deco bronze sculpture of a standing, naked woman titled ‘Reveil’ (French for ‘awakening’), from Paris, France, circa 1970-80. Brownish patinated bronze in excellent condition, st...

Early to mid-20th century bamboo rooster effigy, Terai, Nepal. A charming rooster made from the root of a bamboo from the Rai people of Terai, Nepal. He stands 8" high and his form ...

A fantastic piece of abstract art in the form of a bronze sculpture. With sharp casting in the form of a shell motif and figurine and with a great verdi gris patina.

This is an eye-catching Vintage Art Deco Revival bronze dancing girl dating from the mid 20th century. This beautiful piece is a 20th Century recast of a sculpture created by the famous Romanian sculptor Demetre Chiparus. Made by the classical lost wax, or 'cire perdue', method, the stautue stands on a black marble base. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 50 x Width 22 x Depth 16 & Weight 6 kg Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 8 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 6 inches & Weight 13.2 lbs Lost Wax Method sometimes called by the French name of cire perdue or the Latin, cera perduta is the process by which a bronze or brass is cast from an artists sculpture. In industrial uses, the modern process is called investment casting. An ancient practice, the process today varies from foundry to foundry, but the steps which are usually used in casting small bronze sculptures in a modern bronze foundry are generally quite standardised. Demetre H. Chiparus was born in Romania in 1886, attended school in Italy, then, shortly before World War I moved to Paris. He attended school at the Ecole des Beaux Arts under two talented sculptors Anonin Mercier and Jean Boucher, who provided him the opportunity to learn the trade. He later began to experiment with small bronze sculptures and produce small bronze works, exhibiting his small sculptures and, in 1914, was awarded an honorable mention at the Salon of the Societe des Artistes Francais. Many of Paris’ most affluent began to take notice of his work after World War One and the demand for his sculptures quickly increased. Chiparus was captivated by dancers, in particular influenced by Diaghiley’s Ballets Russes and Leon Bakst’s stage designs. A few of his famous sculptures were Starfish Dancer...

A beautiful Art Deco European bronze figure of a female dancer on a black marble base. Early 20th century, signed illegibly on the base. Most probably from France. This elegant bronz...

A unique bronze bust sculpture that beautifully captures the style of the art deco era. Cast in bronze with a smooth surface and subtle patina, the work presents an elongated neck an...

Large bronze of an elegant panther with a brown patina, walking on a green marble base. Good overall condition, some scratches and chips to the marble. Unsigned. Art Deco....

Elegant French Art Deco animalier bronze sculpture depicting a dog attentively observing a squirrel with two small balls placed between them, forming a lively and balanced compositio...

Large silver-plated and patinated bronze sculpture representing a dancer balancing on a ball, and juggling with balls. These balls are made of hard stones: amethyst, rose quartz and...

20th century Bronze whippet sculpture. Beautifully executed Hollywood Regency bronze whippet or greyhound statue or figure from the Mid-20t...

This solid bronze sculpture depicts a young girl standing, holding a fishing rod in a posture of calm and curiosity. The work captures a moment of tranquility, translating childhood ...

Beautiful crackled ceramic rooster from the Art Deco period in very good condition. In the style of Jacques Adnet. Numbered under the base. The rooster stands proud and elegantly. F...