Exquisite antique bronze nude lady dancer signed Charpentier. She is wearing only a sash draped over one shoulder and an arm band with bells. She holds a little flower in her hand as she dances. Her right foot stands on sheets of music, a jester head, and a tambourine. Inscribed on the side is Felix Charpentier and E. Colin & Cie Paris. The bronze measures 26-3/4 inches high. From finger tip to finger tip she measures 14-1/4 inches. The base she stands on measures 6 inches high. Widest width at base 8-1/2 inches including the jester head an foliage on the base. Weight 32 lbs. This sculpture was created in 3 sizes, one monumental, one large and one smaller size. This is the middle size next to the very largest monumental one. It has a medium chocolate brown patina and is in excellent condition. This is one of the most beautiful examples of this model we have had the pleasure to sell and the largest example we have owned. Guaranteed to please the most particular collector or connoisseur. (Item #72819)
Decorative Interior Antique Bronze
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