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16th C. Italian Gilt Carved St Francis Assisi Sculpture browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques: Decorative Art: Religious Artifacts: Christian: Pre 1700: item # 617755 Please refer to our stock # 1960 when inquiring.
Timeless Antiques By Appointment Laguna Beach, California (949) 246 3952 Guest Book $2,250 |
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| This very old outstanding example of Italian Mannerism (1527-1600) is rare indeed. This Saint Francis of Assisi depiction’s Mannerist intentionally exaggerated and elongated proportions, exquisitely fine artisanship of 16th Century Florence and Rome is NOT to be confused with more common, less refined, differently proportioned and far less valued much newer colonial figures. Evidence of silver-leaf gilding, worm damage, clear St. Francis subject, elegant lines, and craftsmanship further confirm its age and Old World Italian provenance. The piece's condition is stable now. Damage commensurate with its age includes the aforementioned worm damage, broken missing arms, and damage to the neck (see photos). A rare piece of master artistry indeed. Circa 1575. h. 17", w. 6", d. 3 1/2". | ||||||||
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