Medieval Stone - Romanesque sculpture - The Virgin blessing with her left hand -
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,800 - € 2,200
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Medieval limestone sculpture of the Virgin blessing, standing on a pedestal, 16.7 cm high and 4.2 cm wide, dating to the 11th/12th century, in good condition with restoration to the neck and bust.
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Romanesque sculpture of the Virgin in limestone
Limestone sculpture depicting the blessing Madonna,
She stands upright on a pedestal, dressed in a long tunic.
Her hair is smooth, falling over her shoulders. The face is round, the head and hands slightly oversized compared to the body.
She holds a Bible in her right hand and blesses with her left.
Patinated limestone, showing some signs of wear.
The statuette is in good condition, restoration at the neck and torso.
Gothic period, France, 11th/12th century
Height 16.7 cm - Width 4.2 cm
Provenance: Germany, R.T.B. gallery.
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateRomanesque sculpture of the Virgin in limestone
Limestone sculpture depicting the blessing Madonna,
She stands upright on a pedestal, dressed in a long tunic.
Her hair is smooth, falling over her shoulders. The face is round, the head and hands slightly oversized compared to the body.
She holds a Bible in her right hand and blesses with her left.
Patinated limestone, showing some signs of wear.
The statuette is in good condition, restoration at the neck and torso.
Gothic period, France, 11th/12th century
Height 16.7 cm - Width 4.2 cm
Provenance: Germany, R.T.B. gallery.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
XIème / XIIème siècle
Name of object
- Romanesque sculpture - The Virgin blessing with her left hand -
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Material
Stone
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
