Fruitwood Figurative Sculptures

Charming and eye-catching pair of decorative horses from the 1950s, finely crafted in solid wood and embellished with copper fittings and mother-of-pearl inlays. These pieces reflec...

Magnificent 18th-century Spanish sculpture from the Murcian School, representing an apostle, finely carved in wood, polychromed, gilded, and estofado. The figure displays remarkable ...

Technique: Tempera and oil on wood Dimensions: 25 x 11 x 8 cm Description: This exceptional work from the 12th century represents the Seated Virgin with Child (Sedes Sapientiae), standing out as an artistic treasure from medieval Spain. The portrayal of the Virgin enthroned with the Child on her lap is emblematic of Romanesque art, and this particular piece is a valuable and authentic example of that era. The current polychromy belongs to the Gothic period and overlays the original Romanesque layer. It is crucial to highlight that the current state of the artwork is the original, without any cleaning interventions, imparting a unique authenticity. The work exhibits architectural characteristics typical of Romanesque art, evident in the sides of the throne. The rigidity and symmetry characteristic of this style are reflected in the firm presentation of the Baby Jesus, noticeable in his gesture while holding his son. The Virgin wears a crown, symbolizing her royal character as the Queen of Heaven and Creation. Both figures retain traces of polychromy on the face and attire, adding layers of history and authenticity. While similar Romanesque Virgin...

This antique italian wood frieze, hand carved and named "half a palm", still has traces of lacquer, silver and gold, almost erased by time. It can also be the base of a lamp. ref. ...

Sculptural wooden Maitrise, France made of Fruitwood, probably a study of a wooden construction of a roof, great scale and remarkable details, great used Patina, 1920.   

An academic cast. Over the fruit wooden black painted base is set the cast of Costanza Bonarelli head by Bernini. Cast for drawing teaching in Academy. Italy circa 1890.

19 th c Austrian Antique handcarved wood religious sculpture of a praying angel, kneeling on. One knee on a wood base. Remnants of silver paint. Split of wood in the middle due to wo...

Rare pair of antique freezes with grapes in gilded wood: very beautiful. Probably they were part of some large mirror that broke, who knows where, when and how. They can be laid over...

Large wooden Italian angel, simple and modern, all done by hand: welcomes as you enter the home. Since it's made of raw wood, I put some pine cones to co...

Cute wooden Italian angel, simple and modern, done by hand: welcomes as You enter the home!. Since it's made of raw wood, I colored it with a little whit...

O/6818 - Large, important and beautiful pair of Italian old friezes, that completely decorate a wall, more than a picture, but like two sculptures. They may be used also like scon...

Superb horseman from the 18th century - France Very beautiful rare subject which probably represents a horseman during a hunt Very good quality of sculpture Superb original polych...