An important almoner sculpture from the Lombardy-Veneto area, around 1730.

Over a late baroque richly sculpted and engraved base with a cartouche over the front, the moved figures partially covered with wide fur and drape, depicting a bishop and a cardinal....

A plaster sculpture depicting a skull is placed above the base of a plinth in the shape of a column, made of fir wood and finished with pastiglia (refined plaster) and gilded gold. ...

The base is wheel turned wood, white laquered painted. The branch is emulated by a metal rod covered by stucco and Murano glass, black beads. Italy circa 1780.

Sculpture of an italian grayhound. Patinated bronze. The moved base is engraved with decorative motives. Original patina. France circa 1880.

An anatomical plaster sculpture with traces of gilding, depicting a flayed man sitting on a cubic base, in a position with the torso inclined and the arms supporting the head. Refere...

Sculpture in gilded zinc sheet with gold leaf depicting a horse's head. The sculpture is entirely embossed and shows two mane wings. The equine head was a decorative part of an Engli...

This important sculpture of the apostle Saint John, originating from Veneto, Italy, portrays one of Jesus' closest and most beloved disciples. Saint John, also known as "The Beloved"...

Anthropomorphic sculpture of an abstract woman from the 1950s with a length of 44 cm, a width of 25 cm and a depth of 17 cm. Signed Fayolie. ...

Immerse yourself in the poignant beauty of this significant carved wood and polychrome sculpture depicting the iconic scene of the Pieta. Crafted possibly in Spain during the 19th ce...

Important Portuguese Sacred Art Sculpture from the 17th century, "Our Lady and Child Jesus" in polychromatic and gilded wood, It was never restored - m...

IMPORTANT GERMAN PIETÀ FROM THE 14th CENTURY ORIGIN: GERMANY, REGION DE COLOGNE PERIOD: BEGINNING IF THE 14th CENTURY, ca. 1330 Height: 98 cm Length: 45 cm Depth: 33 cm Polychromed linden wood Good condition of conservation Provenance : particular Alsatian collection The theme of the Pietà or Vesperbild appears in Germany at the end of the 13th century, reflecting the mysticism of the late Middle Ages. Although the theme does not exist in the Gospels, it was often mentioned in contemporary devotional literature. Indeed, during the first half of the 14th century, mystical thought and devotional practices changed under the impulse of a number of religious, among them Heinrich Suso and St Bridget. In his writings, Suso placed important emphasis on contemplation and meditation in the footsteps of Christ's martyrdom. This will have great impact in the field of art, especially in Germany and later in France. The emphasis will from now on be on grief, death is shown in a straightforward way. The wounds of Christ are gaping and bloody. The suffering of Christ and the seven sorrows of the Virgin Mary are meditated upon. This piece demonstrates the interest of the faithful in these representations where pathos reigns. The virgin is represented seated in a frontal position. The bust is very elongated. She is wearing a red dress with a simple neckline and a blue mantel...

Portuguese Oratory from the 17th century, rosewood, internally sculpture in polychromatic and golden wood "The Virgin with the Child" Perfect cond...