info antique bronze police dog by D. H. Chiparus 1000 €
Gorgeous antique gilt bronze dog, by the Roumanian sculptor Demetre Chiparus, who, for the longest time has been working in Paris, where he died. (1888 -1950).
On a beautiful marble base. Plaque on the base: 'Chien policier; par D. H. Chiparus; laureat du salon de Beaux Arts'.
Beautiful gilt patina in superb condition!
Superb lifelike expression of the dog! Look at the expression in his eyes!!! Gorgeous details: his snout, his eyes, his fur!! One of the most beautiful bonze dogs I have ever seen!!
Total height: ca 30 cm / 11,8 inch
Base: 35 x 11 cm / 13,8 x 4,35 inch
early 1900