German school (XIX) - Ex-voto marial 1820
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Description from the seller
Ancient votive tableau – Marian ex-voto, Bavaria (Upper Bavaria), around 1820
Oil (or fat tempera) on wood panel, presented in its original antique frame.
Subject and iconography
A typical scene from a South German ex-voto: the Virgin Mary, standing on a cloud, radiates beams of light toward a rider thrown to the ground during a fall from a horse. Two cherubs accompany the celestial apparition.
The composition clearly illustrates a miraculous intervention following an accident, a recurring theme in Bavarian ex-votos from the late 18th to early 19th century.
The inscription painted in German Gothic identifies the protagonists and the circumstance of the vow.
Probable lecture (with minor reservations regarding regional spelling):
The praises go to Andreas Brunner, Schwaithmaier's son, and Daniel Wittmann, Steier's son, from Walting.
It is therefore a nominative testimony, which strongly reinforces the historical and ethnographic interest of the piece.
Dating and provenance
An old label on the back indicates:
Upper Bavaria – Votive tablet around 1820 (Dr. W. Eschenbach)
This mention is consistent both stylistically and technically: a soft palette, naive but expressive figures, schematic landscape, typical of Bavarian popular workshops around 1800–1830.
State
Generalized cracks, normal for the period.
Wear, friction marks, and small visible losses, without obvious heavy repainting.
Old reverse side, non-parqueted, with signs of use and old pencil inscriptions.
I invite you to view all the photos that attest to the quality and condition of the item you are about to bid on. The photos are an integral part of the item description and complement its presentation. They allow you to assess its state and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before making any commitment.
It will be very well packaged and protected to reach you quickly by tracked postal parcel.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
Translated by Google TranslateAncient votive tableau – Marian ex-voto, Bavaria (Upper Bavaria), around 1820
Oil (or fat tempera) on wood panel, presented in its original antique frame.
Subject and iconography
A typical scene from a South German ex-voto: the Virgin Mary, standing on a cloud, radiates beams of light toward a rider thrown to the ground during a fall from a horse. Two cherubs accompany the celestial apparition.
The composition clearly illustrates a miraculous intervention following an accident, a recurring theme in Bavarian ex-votos from the late 18th to early 19th century.
The inscription painted in German Gothic identifies the protagonists and the circumstance of the vow.
Probable lecture (with minor reservations regarding regional spelling):
The praises go to Andreas Brunner, Schwaithmaier's son, and Daniel Wittmann, Steier's son, from Walting.
It is therefore a nominative testimony, which strongly reinforces the historical and ethnographic interest of the piece.
Dating and provenance
An old label on the back indicates:
Upper Bavaria – Votive tablet around 1820 (Dr. W. Eschenbach)
This mention is consistent both stylistically and technically: a soft palette, naive but expressive figures, schematic landscape, typical of Bavarian popular workshops around 1800–1830.
State
Generalized cracks, normal for the period.
Wear, friction marks, and small visible losses, without obvious heavy repainting.
Old reverse side, non-parqueted, with signs of use and old pencil inscriptions.
I invite you to view all the photos that attest to the quality and condition of the item you are about to bid on. The photos are an integral part of the item description and complement its presentation. They allow you to assess its state and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before making any commitment.
It will be very well packaged and protected to reach you quickly by tracked postal parcel.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Artist
German school (XIX)
Sold with frame
Yes
Title of artwork
Ex-voto marial 1820
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of Origin
Germany
Year
1820
Condition
Fair condition
Height
32 cm
Width
20 cm
Depiction/Theme
Religion
Period
19th century
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