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Baptism of Christ in the Jordan

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Santi di Tito perimeter Baptism of Christ in the Jordan Chalk in black and white. 26 x 33 cm. Framed under glass. Provenance Lempertz, Cologne 11.12.1989, lot 167. - Rhenish private collection.

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Estim. 300 - 600 EUR

Holiday icon with 13 representations of Birth of the Mother of God, Presentation of Mary in the Temple, Annunciation, Nativity, Presentation of Christ in the Temple, Baptism in the Jordan, Entry into Jerusalem, Transfiguration on Mount Tabor, Anastasis and Resurrection, Christ's Ascension , Old Testament Trinity, Dormition of the Mother of God and Exaltation of the Cross, Russia 19th century, 44.5x38 cm

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German-Italian painter 17th century Baptism of Christ in the Jordan Oil on wood 27.5 x 39 cm

Estim. 2 000 - 4 000 EUR

Masterly relief of the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan River Danube region, probably Vienna? 16th/17th century Sandstone Soiled original polychromy 92 x 112 cm, depth 13 cm The biblical story of the baptism of Christ tells of the moment when Jesus is baptised by John the Baptist in the Jordan at the beginning of his ministry. This event is of great significance in the Christian tradition, as it represents the public confirmation of Jesus as the Son of God. As Jesus rises from the water, the heavens open and the Holy Spirit descends upon him in the form of a dove, accompanied by a voice from heaven proclaiming: ‘This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.’ A masterful relief depicting this decisive moment was made around 1600 in the Danube region, probably in Vienna. It bears its original polychromy, the surface of which is only soiled due to age. The relief shows John the Baptist on the right, baptising the kneeling Christ with a shell in the Jordan river. Above them, the Holy Spirit descends from the clouds, depicted as a dove with shining rays symbolising divine approval and presence. The scene is set amidst lush vegetation, trees and rocks, depicted with a naturalistic attention to detail characteristic of the Danube School. This movement is known for its intricate and vivid depictions of nature, seamlessly blending landscapes with religious narratives. The lush surroundings of the relief convey a sense of immersion, drawing the viewer into the sacred moment. The craftsmanship of the relief is exceptional, with fine carvings and an attentive rendering of textures and forms. Despite the passing of centuries, the sandstone has retained its expressive depth and dynamic composition, emphasising the artistic skill and spiritual fervour of its creator. This relief is a testimony to the rich artistic heritage of the Danube region, in which religious devotion is combined with the beauty of nature.

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