Bronze sculpture of a Harlequin on a rouge marble base - by Samuel Lipchytz (1880-1943) France.

About the Artist:
Samuel LIPSCHITZ (born Salomon Lipszyc)
PABIANITZ (POLAND) 1880 - DEPORTED TO AUSCHWITZ 1943
Samuel Lipschitz received a traditional education and grew up in Lodz. He produced tapestries and took an interest in sculpture from a very young age. He developed his talent by carving wood. He left Lodz for Berlin, and later moved to Paris. He lived at 2 passage Dantzig, at La Ruche, and worked as a sculptor. He worked in marble and ivory. His younger brother Morice joined him in his studio in 1912. Samuel Lipschitz taught him sculpture. In February 1943, Samuel Lipschitz was summoned by the French police. He went to the police station despite the warnings of his friends Chochon and Leoni, his neighbors at La Ruche. He was arrested. His friends did not have time to bring him blankets and his suitcase before he was deported to Auschwitz where he was killed by the Nazis.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: normal wear consistent with age and careful handling.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Bronze, Marble

Details:
Art Subjects: Figure, Mythology
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; normal wear consistent with age and careful handling.