176 - Group of the Virgin and Child with Saint Anne, Saint Francis, and a Donor, Flemish School, 17th Century

Group of the Virgin and Child with Saint Anne, Saint Francis, and a Donor, Flemish School, 17th Century Carved oak. Measures 50 x 47 cm. A sculptural group arranged in deep relief, organized into a devotional scene of marked narrative density, in which the crowned Virgin holds the Child at the center of the composition, accompanied by Saint Anne; both are seated and enveloped in ample mantles with angular and structured folds. Behind them stand the figures of Saint Francis and a donor, integrated into a background that reinforces the spatial and symbolic hierarchy of the group. The slightly tilted heads, the restrained gestures, and the visual interaction between the figures create an atmosphere of contemplation and solemnity. The carving reveals remarkable technical mastery, especially in the rendering of the drapery, faces, and hands, where a serene and balanced expressiveness is evident. The use of oak, the stepped composition, and the iconographic clarity all coherently reflect the Flemish sculptural tradition of the 17th century, in which late Gothic elements coexist with an increasingly pronounced naturalism, lending the work a strong spiritual presence and great formal quality. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights. Lot is located in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipment: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required.