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South German “man Of Sorrows” – Carved Pinewood Devotional Figure (17th Century)

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£787.77

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CHF 845.38

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"South German “man Of Sorrows” – Carved Pinewood Devotional Figure (17th Century)" Region: South Germany (likely Bavaria or Swabia) Date: Mid to late 17th century (circa 1650–1700) Material: Carved pinewood with traces of original polychromy Dimensions: H 32 cm Condition: Structurally sound with age-appropriate wear; both arms missing; base with old cracks and woodworm traces (inactive) This expressive wooden sculpture depicts Christ as the "Man of Sorrows" (Ecce Homo), an iconic subject in Christian devotional art. Carved in pinewood, the figure stands in quiet dignity, his head gently tilted in sorrow, conveying both vulnerability and serene spiritual strength. With finely modeled musculature, a sensitively rendered face, and subtle traces of original polychromy, the figure reflects the South German Baroque tradition rooted in post-Gothic realism. Its naturalistic pathos and restrained expressiveness align it with regional carving workshops active in Bavaria or Swabia during the mid-to-late 17th century, influenced by masters such as Hans Leinberger and the Ulm school. The work was likely used in a private chapel or small ecclesiastical setting, either as a stand-alone object of devotion or part of a larger Passion group. Though missing its arms, the statue retains its strong devotional character and historical integrity, offering both aesthetic and scholarly value. A fine example of provincial sacred sculpture, this piece is ideal for collectors of Baroque devotional art, early ecclesiastical woodwork, or connoisseurs of Germanic religious expression.

Dimensions:

Height: 12.6 in (32 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)

Style:

Baroque (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Wood,Hand-Carved,Polychromed

Place of Origin:

Period:

Date of Manufacture:

17th century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. normal age traces.

Seller Location:

Bilzen, BE

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU10361245181682

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