Hindu dancer

Claire J. R. Colinet (1880-1950)c.1925 - 1930

Museo Art Nouveau y Art Déco - Casa Lis
Salamanca, Spain

This detailed sculpture depicts a Hindu dancer in full motion. We find the representation of the godfather of the universe Brahma on a pedestal, which tells us about that European decorative arts fascination with Eastern mythology, its culture and its spirituality.

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Title: Hindu dancer
Creator: Claire J. R. Colinet (1880-1950)
Date Created: c.1925 - 1930
Location: Salamanca, Spain
Physical Dimensions: 370 mm
Type: Chryselephantine sculpture
Medium: Gold and ivory

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