A bronze sculpture of a reclining nude heightened with gilt.
The work is signed J Darcles which is a known pseudonym for Chiparus
Demeter Chiparus created many of his sculptures in plasterline and sold them to the foundry who then paid him and a commission for how many they sold, therefore many sculptures are unsigned or signed differently as in the case with this lot. Other known pseudonym for Chiparus are Darcourt and Audin
C.1925
The work measures 31.5 x 11.5 inches.
It's in great condition with age appropriate wear to the patina.
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A great and impressive looking work!