597 - 17th-Century Neapolitan School - Portrait of the Apostle James

17th-Century Neapolitan School - Portrait of the Apostle James Dimensions: 43 × 39 cm. Oil on canvas. Portrait of the Apostle James, belonging to the 17th-century Neapolitan School. The central figure depicts the saint in a prayerful pose, holding the pilgrim’s staff and the scallop shell of St. James, emblematic symbols of the Way. The interplay of light and shadow highlights the texture of the garments, while the expression on the face conveys deep devotion. The detailed rendering of the attire and the Apostle’s expression reflect the artist’s technical skill, characteristic of the Neapolitan Baroque tradition. 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.