568 - True effigy of Christ the Savior. 17th-century Spanish Colonial Viceroyalty School

True effigy of Christ the Savior. 17th-century Spanish Colonial Viceroyalty School Oil on canvas. Dimensions: 38 x 30 cm. The image depicts the face of Christ against a black background, with long hair, a beard, and a direct, serene, and penetrating gaze. Beneath the image, a Latin inscription states that this is the “Vera Imago Salvatoris DN Iesu Xp. ad Regem Abagarum missa,” alluding to the ancient tradition of the “Mandylion,” or miraculous image sent to King Abgar. The simplicity of the frontal composition, devoid of any other narrative elements, aims to evoke a sense of contemplation and spiritual reflection. The brushstrokes are restrained, and the rendering of the face—particularly around the eyes—reveals subtle work in the rendering of light. The work belongs to the Italo-Flemish tradition of the early 17th century, where Italian mystical restraint blends with Flemish formal precision. This effigy, rich in Christological symbolism, evokes a silent and transcendent devotion, making it a piece of remarkable symbolic power and spiritual contemplation. 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.