Description:

Europe, Bavaria, Germany, ca. 18th century CE. A beautiful hand carved and hand painted polychrome wooden Madonna and Child figural group mounted upon a rectangular wooden base. The Virgin sits on a chair (notice the finial carved behind her right elbow) with her finely delineated hands pressed together in a prayerful gesture, the newborn Jesus laying upon her lap with hands clasped nearly mirroring Mary's gesture. Masterfully carved in high relief, the figures display sensitively modeled features with tranquil visages and carefully rendered bodies. Every fold of the drapery of the Virgin Mary's traditional blue and red robes is precisely represented. Note how the fabric cascades in a waterfall pattern over her legs. The wood of this piece has aged so elegantly; its history is nearly palpable! A touching and ethereal maternal theme. Just look at the loving expression on the baby Jesus' face as he gazes tenderly at his mother! Size: 8" W x 18.5" H (20.3 cm x 47 cm)

Provenance: Ex- Estate of M. Reiniger, Chicago, IL

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#111550

  • Condition: Some old and stable fissures and inactive worm holes. Normal surface wear and abrasions as shown. Old metal suspension loop attached to back side.

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