At the beginning of the 20th century, the American and European stages were conquered by Dolly sisters, real jazz incons of those times. From cabaret shows, to vaudevilles and movies, the twin sisters used to fascinate the audience through their beauty and personality.
One of the Dolly sisters is embodied among the works of the Art Nouveau and Art Deco Artmark Auction in the guise of a Goldscheider ornamental figurine made by Austrian designer Stefan Dakon (“La ballerina” is rated for EUR 1,000-1,200). Bob haircut, pouting lips, cabaret short cream-colored dress are signs to recognize Dolly.
The cabaret atmoshere is also uderlined by another Goldscheider figurine, “La robe de papillon” designed by Joseph Lorenz and rated for EUR 1,000-1,600 or by the Rosenthal porcelain harlequin designed by Karl Himmelsoss and estimated at EUR 400-500. The fit-up also includes the Art Nouveau hand mirror made of Hallberg silver (rated for EUR 800-1,200), the Art Nouveau lamp with Susse Frères bronze foot made by Becker designer (EUR 1,500-2,000). A Thonet dressing table (EUR 400-600) is also in store, as well as an elegant bronze jewelry box dated back in 1900 (estimated at EUR 250-450).
The jewelry section also comprises several pieces suited for a cabaret show such as a silver pin adorned with rubies and peridots (EUR 150-230), a golden silver enamel orchid breast pin (EUR 90-100), a set of necklace and rings adorned with pearls, ametrines and amethysts (rated for EUR 2,000-2,800) or Art Deco golden ring adorned with citrine (EUR 150-250).
The entire Art Nouveau collection as well as Trending Up: Super Contemporary Romanian Artists exhibition can be admired at Cesianu-Racovita Palace until July 7. The auctions are due at Athénée Palace Hilton on July 8, starting 19:30.