Harriet Belag Theatrical Ballerina Chair Figurine

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Seller's Notes:Famous well known, artist and teacher, Harriet Belag. This unique and captivating sculpture is a true masterpiece by the artist herself. An amazing remarkable whimsical rare decoration piece. The abstract style of the piece depicts a graceful ballerina in motion, with intricate details carved into the clay material. The sculpture stands at an impressive 54 inches in height and spans 17 inches in length, with a width of 18 inches and sits on a large base with wheels. Extremely heavy. Hand sculpted and painted in New York, USA, this first edition figurine is a one-of-a-kind piece of art that would make a great addition to any collection. The production technique used to create this sculpture is carving, and it is an original, licensed reproduction. The sculpture is a perfect example of functional art, seats comfortably and will make an outstanding statement piece in any room. In 1996, Ms. Belag, met Hillary Clinton on a TV show. After seeing her artwork, Hillary had to have the “Juggler” chair to display in the White House in 1996. Now the chair is at the Clinton Library in Little Rock. Ms. Belag passed December 8, 2018, peacefully at the age of 90. https://www.riverdalepress.com/stories/artist-can-rest-on-or-eat-off-of-her-creations,50671?page=1#top-carousel https://www.nytimes.com/2003/06/22/nyregion/footlights.html Thank you for your interest and for reading all the information!

Brand: Vintage/Antique