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18th Century Southern European Polychrome Processional Figure

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18th Century Southern European Polychrome Processional Figure A late 18th early 19th Century Southern European polychrome and gessoed carved pine and beech processional figure of a lady, in 18th Century dress. Probably Spanish or Neapolitan in origin, realistically hand carved and painted with articulated arms, legs and head. Dressed in period (worn) clothing. With weathered hair and freakish glass eyes. Dimensions in inches: H 28” x W 9” x D 7” Age: 18th Century Origin: Southern European Condition: Aged This item show natural wear and aging through obvious use over the years, an item dated over 200-year-old. A worn naturally aged painted surface, with specific wear to the top of the head that has need treated. The clothing is tattered and missing detail with tears and aged weathering. The hair is also lightly attached to the head but is missing one side and does not cover the whole head (this item is likely to have worn a crown or hat of sorts). Missing half a carved finger. With light surface craquelure to the painted areas (face and neck). A very old item (that is in one piece and stable to stand as shown) its very old and the photos aim to show this as best as possible. We strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase. A direct message usually takes 24 hours to answer. For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items only restored due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4304239115862
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