Sculpture, Putti - 39 cm - Polychrome wood
05
days
11
hours
31
minutes
55
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Dési van Rhee
Over 20 years' experience in antiques with a background in art history.
Estimate € 350 - € 400
No bids placed
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 142876 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
French Baroque carved wood Putti dating from the 17th/18th century, with original gilding and polychromy, measuring 39 cm high, 25 cm wide and 25 cm deep, in good condition and unsigned.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Description
A highly decorative French Baroque flying angel or putto, dating from the late 17th or early 18th century.
The figure is finely carved in wood and retains extensive areas of its original gilding and polychromy. The dynamic pose, expressive facial features, flowing drapery and strongly modelled body are characteristic of French Baroque ecclesiastical sculpture of the period.
Originally made as part of a larger church, chapel or altar decoration, the angel was intended to be viewed in a suspended or elevated position, which explains the dramatic floating posture.
The surface displays a particularly attractive historic patina, with natural wear, craquelure, losses and abrasions consistent with its age. These traces of time contribute greatly to the authentic character of the object.
One wing has been restored. Further age-related wear and minor losses are visible, particularly to the extremities and polychrome surface. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the condition report.
Period: 17th/18th century
Origin: France
Material: Carved wood
Decoration: Original gilding and polychromy
Height: approximately 39 cm
Condition: Authentic antique condition with age-related wear, surface losses and restoration to one wing.
Shipping
The sculpture will be packed with great care and shipped fully insured with tracking. Due to its age and fragile projecting elements, professional protective packaging will be used.
Seller's Story
TenCate Art is an independent Dutch gallery specialising in European paintings, drawings, sculpture, and historically significant objects, with a particular focus on works dating from the Gothic period through the nineteenth century.
All purchases are carefully packed to professional standards and shipped worldwide with tracking and insurance. With a lot of positive Catawiki reviews, buyers can purchase from TenCate Art with confidence.
Translated by Google TranslateDescription
A highly decorative French Baroque flying angel or putto, dating from the late 17th or early 18th century.
The figure is finely carved in wood and retains extensive areas of its original gilding and polychromy. The dynamic pose, expressive facial features, flowing drapery and strongly modelled body are characteristic of French Baroque ecclesiastical sculpture of the period.
Originally made as part of a larger church, chapel or altar decoration, the angel was intended to be viewed in a suspended or elevated position, which explains the dramatic floating posture.
The surface displays a particularly attractive historic patina, with natural wear, craquelure, losses and abrasions consistent with its age. These traces of time contribute greatly to the authentic character of the object.
One wing has been restored. Further age-related wear and minor losses are visible, particularly to the extremities and polychrome surface. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the condition report.
Period: 17th/18th century
Origin: France
Material: Carved wood
Decoration: Original gilding and polychromy
Height: approximately 39 cm
Condition: Authentic antique condition with age-related wear, surface losses and restoration to one wing.
Shipping
The sculpture will be packed with great care and shipped fully insured with tracking. Due to its age and fragile projecting elements, professional protective packaging will be used.
Seller's Story
TenCate Art is an independent Dutch gallery specialising in European paintings, drawings, sculpture, and historically significant objects, with a particular focus on works dating from the Gothic period through the nineteenth century.
All purchases are carefully packed to professional standards and shipped worldwide with tracking and insurance. With a lot of positive Catawiki reviews, buyers can purchase from TenCate Art with confidence.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1400-1900
Wood type
Polychrome wood
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
France
Material
Wood
Title of artwork
Putti
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
39 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Sold by
