Joe Descomps (1869-1950), An ivory figure 'Regal', circa 1936 carved as a Middle Eastern princess standing proud with one hand on her hip wearing long beaded necklace across her chest and split pleated skirt, raised on a stepped onyx plinth carved signature 22 cm high. Reference: Catley B, Art Deco and other Figures, Antiques Collectors' Club, page 133