Rare Bronze Sculpture – The Holy Family – Late 16th / Early 17th Century – Beautiful Patina Description An exceptional and rare lead devotional sculpture depicting the Holy Family — Mary, Joseph and the young Christ standing together. A compact yet expressive work of religious art from the late 16th or early 17th century likely south German, created for private devotion or a small oratory. The sculpture shows a beautiful aged patina with traces of original gilt remaining in the recesses. The sculptor captured the graceful movement of the drapery in a remarkably detailed way for such a small object. This is a rare surviving example from the late Renaissance / early Baroque period. A genuine collector’s piece. Condition • Very good condition considering its age • No restorations • Some wear to surface and patina consistent with age • Please study all photos carefully Dimensions • Height: approx. 10 cm • Width: approx. 7.6 cm • Depth: approx. 1.5 cm Material • Solid lead with remains of old gilding Period • Late 16th century / Early 17th century Origin • Western Europe (likely Southern Germany) Shipping • Securely packed and shipped with tracking • International shipping available A wonderful and historically significant devotional bronze — seldom offered on the market. Please note that we currently do not ship orders to the United States.