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Groot Ethiopian-Orthodox 'Wunderkammer' style panel on hardwood - The martyrdom of the Prophet Isaiah - 37 cm.
A fascinating and macabre devotional object, excellently suited within the tradition of a cabinet of curiosities or 'Wunderkammer'. This large, heavy wooden panel shows a rare and impressive Ethiopian-Orthodox iconography: the gruesome martyrdom of the prophet Isaiah (Isaias). According to the apocryphal tradition, the prophet was sawn in two alive by the wicked king Manasseh with a wooden saw.
The composition presents the saint in a praying orans pose, flanked by two executioners in traditional robes who pull a large toothed two-person hand saw through his chest. The upper part is decorated with the geometrical interlaced bands (Harag) characteristic of this art style. The panel, with its weathered surface, conveys an extremely mystical, primitive appearance and makes for an absolute focal point in any eclectic interior or cabinet of curiosities collection.
Technical specifications:
• Object: Handcrafted and patinated devotional panel / replica.
• Theme: The martyrdom of the Prophet Isaiah (Ethiopian hagiography).
• Material: Thick, heavy native hardwood with gesso ground (chalk underlayer) and pigments.
• Dimensions: 37.0 x 27.0 x 2.5 cm.
• Provenance: Inspired by traditional Ethiopian monastic art.
• Style: Primitive art / Ethnographic / Wunderkammer.
In a very atmospheric, deliberately aged vintage state. The heavy wooden panel shows around the edges and at the bottom a beautifully worn character with historical woodworm holes and wear that evoke the impression of an object centuries old (the woodworm is completely inactive). The back reveals the coarse, artisanal structure of the woodwork. The image itself is clear, with a light patina. See the extensive photo series for further description and details and an accurate personal impression of this unique curiosity object.
No reserve price!
The lot will be packaged with the utmost care and sent by registered mail (with Track & Trace). It can also be picked up for free from the seller in Brussels, Belgium.
Groot Ethiopian-Orthodox 'Wunderkammer' style panel on hardwood - The martyrdom of the Prophet Isaiah - 37 cm.
A fascinating and macabre devotional object, excellently suited within the tradition of a cabinet of curiosities or 'Wunderkammer'. This large, heavy wooden panel shows a rare and impressive Ethiopian-Orthodox iconography: the gruesome martyrdom of the prophet Isaiah (Isaias). According to the apocryphal tradition, the prophet was sawn in two alive by the wicked king Manasseh with a wooden saw.
The composition presents the saint in a praying orans pose, flanked by two executioners in traditional robes who pull a large toothed two-person hand saw through his chest. The upper part is decorated with the geometrical interlaced bands (Harag) characteristic of this art style. The panel, with its weathered surface, conveys an extremely mystical, primitive appearance and makes for an absolute focal point in any eclectic interior or cabinet of curiosities collection.
Technical specifications:
• Object: Handcrafted and patinated devotional panel / replica.
• Theme: The martyrdom of the Prophet Isaiah (Ethiopian hagiography).
• Material: Thick, heavy native hardwood with gesso ground (chalk underlayer) and pigments.
• Dimensions: 37.0 x 27.0 x 2.5 cm.
• Provenance: Inspired by traditional Ethiopian monastic art.
• Style: Primitive art / Ethnographic / Wunderkammer.
In a very atmospheric, deliberately aged vintage state. The heavy wooden panel shows around the edges and at the bottom a beautifully worn character with historical woodworm holes and wear that evoke the impression of an object centuries old (the woodworm is completely inactive). The back reveals the coarse, artisanal structure of the woodwork. The image itself is clear, with a light patina. See the extensive photo series for further description and details and an accurate personal impression of this unique curiosity object.
No reserve price!
The lot will be packaged with the utmost care and sent by registered mail (with Track & Trace). It can also be picked up for free from the seller in Brussels, Belgium.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1678 g
Title additional information
Macabre iconography
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Belgium
Height
37 cm
Width
27 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Style
Antique inspired
Estimated period
1950-1960
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