Central European School carving - Saint bishop with crozier - 70 cm - Wood - 1850-1900
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Saint Bishop with Crozier – Central European School
An interesting antique religious sculpture in carved and polychromed wood, depicting a saintly bishop, recognizable by his episcopal attributes: the mitre, liturgical vestments, and distinctive pastoral crozier.
The figure has a markedly frontal and solemn composition. Particularly noteworthy is the treatment of the face, with its severe, contemplative expression, framed by a long beard carved in deep, defined locks. The vestments feature abundant folds and carved decoration, retaining an attractive antique polychromy in reddish, green, ochre, and earthy tones.
Based on its stylistic features and sculptural conception, the piece can be associated with the Central European tradition of religious sculpture, possibly from southern Germany or Austria. Sculptures of this type were made for altarpieces, altars, and chapels, depicting saintly bishops and other figures of particular significance in Christian iconography.
The sculpture has a striking decorative presence. It is 65 cm high, and approximately 70 cm high at its maximum, including the crozier.
Date: 19th century or earlier.
Condition: It has wear, losses, and alterations to the polychromy consistent with its age, as well as signs of the passage of time. Some old woodworm holes are visible; these have since been treated. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and provide an indication of the overall condition.
Given its age, dimensions, and sculptural character, this is an attractive piece of European religious art, suitable both for collectors of religious sculpture and for historic-style decoration.
Dimensions:
Figure height: approx. 65 cm.
Maximum height with crozier: approx. 70 cm.
Any frame, base, or decorative elements that may appear in the staged photographs are not included in the lot unless expressly stated.
For shipments to islands or territories subject to special customs procedures, any additional customs, import, or handling charges will be the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateSaint Bishop with Crozier – Central European School
An interesting antique religious sculpture in carved and polychromed wood, depicting a saintly bishop, recognizable by his episcopal attributes: the mitre, liturgical vestments, and distinctive pastoral crozier.
The figure has a markedly frontal and solemn composition. Particularly noteworthy is the treatment of the face, with its severe, contemplative expression, framed by a long beard carved in deep, defined locks. The vestments feature abundant folds and carved decoration, retaining an attractive antique polychromy in reddish, green, ochre, and earthy tones.
Based on its stylistic features and sculptural conception, the piece can be associated with the Central European tradition of religious sculpture, possibly from southern Germany or Austria. Sculptures of this type were made for altarpieces, altars, and chapels, depicting saintly bishops and other figures of particular significance in Christian iconography.
The sculpture has a striking decorative presence. It is 65 cm high, and approximately 70 cm high at its maximum, including the crozier.
Date: 19th century or earlier.
Condition: It has wear, losses, and alterations to the polychromy consistent with its age, as well as signs of the passage of time. Some old woodworm holes are visible; these have since been treated. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and provide an indication of the overall condition.
Given its age, dimensions, and sculptural character, this is an attractive piece of European religious art, suitable both for collectors of religious sculpture and for historic-style decoration.
Dimensions:
Figure height: approx. 65 cm.
Maximum height with crozier: approx. 70 cm.
Any frame, base, or decorative elements that may appear in the staged photographs are not included in the lot unless expressly stated.
For shipments to islands or territories subject to special customs procedures, any additional customs, import, or handling charges will be the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
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Era
1400-1900
Object name
Central European School carving - Saint bishop with crozier - 70 cm
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Germany
Height
70 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
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