28th Feb, 2024 12:00
Designed for Life | 19th & 20th Century Design Classics
DOMINIQUE ALONZO (FRANCO-ITALIAN, ACTIVE C.1910-1930), CHRYSELEPHANTINE FIGURE OF A WATER CARRIER
CIRCA 1920s
modelled as a young Orientalist maiden, the face, neck, hands and feet in carved ivory, patinated bronze shawl, and parcel gilt and enamelled bronze dress, on stepped base, this signed D. Alonzo to side and stamped ETLING PARIS verso
This lot contains elephant ivory material. Several countries, including in the EU and USA, prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.
Ivory Act 2018 (2022) compliant with APHA registration reference 49ZYMQPP.
19.5cm high
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Sold for £300
Estimated at £300 - £500
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