Nude Ballerina, Samuel Lipszyc, Sculpture, C. 1920
1.250,00 €
An Art Deco sculpture depicting a nude ballerina in a dynamic pose, balancing on one foot. The sculpture is made of green patinated bronze, mounted on a marble plinth with decorative, contrasting veins. The work is signed “Lipchytz” on the left foot. Samuel Lipszyc (Lipchytz), born in Pabianice in 1880, was murdered by the Germans in Auschwitz concentration camp in 1943.
The dancer’s dynamic silhouette and flowing lines are characteristic of the modernist aesthetic of the 1920s. The figure exudes lightness, grace, and modern elegance, capturing the spirit of the Art Deco era. Due to its high aesthetic value, it will serve as an excellent interior decoration. The author’s identity further enhances the sculpture’s collectible value.
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Symbolism
This bronze sculpture depicts a nude ballerina in a way that symbolizes female strength, grace and independence. The shot of the dancer in motion is characteristic of Samuel Lipszyc's works . It is an example of Art Déco art, which combines modern aesthetics with timeless elegance.
Historical context
The sculpture, which was created in Poland, is part of a broad trend of modernist craftsmanship of the 1920s. During this period, artists combined modern forms with traditional materials to create works of international appeal. Art Déco as the dominant style after World War I, promoted luxury, dynamism and geometry, but also the emancipation of the female image, as this work perfectly demonstrates.
Samuel Lipszyc (also known as Lipchytz) died tragically during World War II in the German concentration camp Auschwitz. His works, though few in number, survive as almost the last vestige of his existence and a silent testimony to a lost generation of artists whose voice was brutally silenced by the Holocaust. In the context of this tragedy, each of his sculptures takes on a profound, almost documentary significance, as testimony to a talent that did not manage to fully blossom.
Collector's value
The sculpture bears the full signature of the artist, which, combined with the high quality of workmanship and fine materials, makes it a desirable object for collectors, the work has not only artistic value, but also investment value.
Artistic qualities
Dynamic lines, anatomical precision and sensual elegance make this sculpture a unique decorative piece. The combination of dark green patina with jasper marble creates a luxurious yet timeless composition. The artwork will be perfect for classic, modern and style interiors. Art Déco.
The sculpture will find its place as an exclusive decoration for a living room, foyer or study. It can be displayed in galleries or residences. It is a perfect gift for lovers of dance, ballet and figural sculpture.
Samuel Lipszyc was known for his fascination with the movement of the human body, especially dance. He invited dancers to his studio for posed sessions, where he not only sculpted, but also sketched and kept anatomical notes. His approach to art was almost scientific, studying the muscular system in motion, making him a pioneer of biomechanics in figurative sculpture.
Biography of the artist
- Samuel Lipszyc (also known as Samuel Lipchytz) was born in 1880 in Poland
- He studied sculpture in Warsaw and Berlin, then continued his education in Paris
- He worked mainly in bronze, marble and plaster, preferring dynamic forms depicting female figures
- He was associated with avant-garde and modernist artists' circles
- After 1920, his works were exhibited in Poland, Germany and France
- He died in the Auschwitz concentration camp in 1943
- Posthumously recognized as one of the most important Polish modernist sculptors
- Some of his works have ended up in private collections in Europe and the US
Looking for modernist art?
This sculpture by Samuel Lipszyc is a unique opportunity for lovers of Polish modernist art. The bronze ballerina will be perfect as a central interior decoration or a valuable piece of a collection. The piece combines artistic qualities with investment potential.
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| Weight | 3,3 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 40 × 13 × 19 cm |
| Type |
Decorative and collectible sculpture |
| Form |
Figure of a woman in motion, nude ballerina |
| Materiał |
Green patinated bronze ,Jasper marble |
| Kolorystyka |
Dark green ,Marbled |
| Technika |
Bronze casting ,Cut and polished marble ,Hand chasing |
| Czas powstania |
20th Century (1901-2000) |
| Era |
Interwar period ,Modernism |
| Kraj pochodzenia |
Poland |
| Autor |
Samuel Lipszyc |
| Style |
Art Deco |
| State of preservation |
Very good, patina locally worn on the left foot |
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