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1 - An antique Romanesque-Gothic polychrome and partly gilt carved wooden sculpture of the seated Virgin Mary.
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An antique Romanesque-Gothic polychrome and partly gilt carved wooden sculpture of the seated Virgin Mary. A transitional work between the late Romanesque and early Gothic styles, possibly originally part of an Annunciation group or altarpiece. Remains of the original polychromy and gold leaf gilding are present. Castile, Spain, 13th century, before 1300. Published as no. 14 on page 59 of the Virga Jesse exhibition catalogue. Condition: extensive wear and losses to the original polychromy and gilding, with age-related damage and traces of use. Both forearms are missing and the head covering is partially cut away. Condition report available upon request. Provenance: Ex-collection of Professor Jan Karel Steppe (1918-2009): Belgian Art Historian and Collector, Ghent. H: 56 cm
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The Art of Devotion: A Professor's CollectionAuction house
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