Probably Southern Netherlands circa 1460/1470 - A carved oak pietà group, probably Southern Netherlands circa 1460/1470. - image-1

Lot 1805 Dα

Probably Southern Netherlands circa 1460/1470 - A carved oak pietà group, probably Southern Netherlands circa 1460/1470.

Auction 1057 - overview Cologne
14.11.2015, 15:00 - Sculptures incl. The Decker Collection
Estimate: 8.000 € - 10.000 €
Result: 13.640 € (incl. premium)

Probably Southern Netherlands circa 1460/1470

A carved oak pietà group, probably Southern Netherlands circa 1460/1470.

Carved three-quarters in the round, the reverse flattened and deeply hollowed out. With minimal remains of former polychromy.. This finely carved devotional image shows the Virgin seated on a rock, holding the body of Christ in Her lap. Particular attention has been paid to the carving of the Virgin's robes, which display a buys and detailed yet balanced play of drapery.
Christ's toes probably replaced. With minimal wear. Height 28.5 cm.

Provenance

The Dr. Bernhard Decker Collection.