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16th C Mechelen Doll-letter M carved in the back.Some leftovers of polychromy

About the Item

Mechelen dolls are rare wooden devotional figurines (mainly walnut was used), which were made by some members of the Guild of Saint Luke. The figures, all individual saints, were made from reference models using highly regulated carving and polychrome techniques. They had to meet several requirements. The shape of the rug had to meet certain criteria and the letter M (from Mechelen) had to be visible in the shape. These devotional or saint figurines (mainly female saints) were produced in Mechelen between 1450 and 1530.They were set up separately or processed in house altars or private courtyards. After 1530, the production of Mechelen dolls was replaced by larger wooden statues.

Dimensions:
Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Fruitwood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Belgium
Period:
16th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1525-1545
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
Seller Location:
Leuven , BE
Reference Number:
Seller: 24991stDibs: LU3301132452242

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