Art Deco Istvan Komaromy Glass Dancer C1935

Technical Description A fine example of Istvan Kormaromy style workmanship, dating to c1935 depicting a beautiful dancer with both feet on a black glass plinth. The label is no longer on the plinth and as such could either be by Kormaromy or perhaps by Bimini of Austria. Either way, its is a superb and very unusual example. Date & Origin Austria or Germany, c1935 Condition Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration,some small minor discolouration patches. Dimensions Height: 22.5cm Historical Relevance Istvan Komáromy was born in Germany in 1910. He studied medical science in the late 1920's in Budapest, Hungary where he discovered he had a talent for glass blowing, making scientific glassware for fellow students and thereby creating additional income. This led to a fascination with glass and he began making artistic art deco-style glass items in his spare time. His professor at the time, sponsored Istvan on his first exhibition, launching his career as a young glass artist with exhibitions around Europe where he won a number of gold and silver medals. He moved to London in 1937 having married an Englishwoman and set up his own studios, producing work for the royal family and supplying the top London department stores.