Altarpiece - Walnut - 1650-1700

A good size 17th century baroque carved walnut tabernacle door or altar piece, measuring circa 36cm in height and weighing 1514g, the central niche depicting the figure of Saint Francis of Assisi kneeling in prayer at his desk or altar, wearing a robe with knotted cord, his head tilted upwards towards the scalloped canopy that represents the rays of divine light.

The central cartouche is flanked by an assembly of elaborately carved and constructed twisted columns over contoured, paneled wainscoting, supporting a roof frieze with arched side pieces.

Condition: Small piece on top missing, figure missing hands, old wormholes to the reverse, normal wear and tear commensurate with age and use. Please see the numerous pictures for an impression of condition.

This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.