Antique Art Deco polychrome cold painted bronze figural lamp with oriental travelling musicians /circus, it was executed in 1920s by renowed Viennese bronze sculptor Anton Chotka (1881 - 1955). This is one of his most famous oriental bronze sculpture . His similar works arrive high estimates by the international auctions (until 20000 USD). Literature : in on-line: artnet.com; artprice.com, auctions by Sothebys, Christies, Bonhams and others.
Inscription: signed : ´Chotka´ on the base .
Technique: polychrome cold painted bronze. Measurements: h. 15 3/4 " x w.7 1/8" ( 40 x 18 cm).
Condition: in very good original working condition, electric cables updated. |