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Large Antique European Carved Giltwood Church Altar Figure
About the Item
A magnificent Baroque period monumental carved polychromed gilt wood church altar figure - religious folk art sculpture, depicting Christ, The Good Shepherd.
Exquisitely hand-crafted in Continental Europe around the 18th century, judging by the quality of work this most impressive example was likely commissioned by an important Roman Catholic church as a main altarpiece / altar figure.
The rare one-of-a-kind ecclesiastical work, circa 1750, hand carved from a single large log, with exceptionally fine detailing throughout, gessoed, polychrome decorated, and richly gilded, modeled as standing Jesus figure with sculpted draped garbs, carrying a superbly textured lamb over His shoulders, partial hollowed open verso, rising on plinth base.
Dimensions: (approx)
44" High, 20" Wide, 11" Deep
Condition:
A truly remarkable museum quality example.
Overall excellent original antique condition, with beautifully aged warm rich dark patina and minimal wear.
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- Dimensions:Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
- Style:Baroque (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1750
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. A truly remarkable museum quality example. Overall excellent original antique condition, with beautifully aged warm rich dark patina and minimal wear.
- Seller Location:Forney, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5977238501342
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