Tardo medievale Legno policromo Schwabian School, Panel of Christ as Saviour - 65×52×30 cm - (1)

Impressive large wood panel showing Christ as Saviour, delivering a blessing gesture with his right hand, holding the orb in his left hand. Most of the original polychromy still present on the plaster layer. Fine details in the hair, beard and folds of his garment.

Swabian school, 16th century.

Swabia (south-west of present-day Germany) is a historic region between the Black Forest and Bavaria. Swabian sculptures were essentially religious works and were destined to furnish churches and monasteries. The artists are known for their advanced skill in the wood-carving process and knowledge of polychromy.

Condition: fair condition, some wear and dry cracks consistent with the age of this piece. See images for own impression.

Size: ± 65 x 52 x 30 cm

Due to the size this panel can not be shipped. Pickup by appointment (Netherlands, Rotterdam area) or shipping to be arranged by buyer.
The panel can also be delivered for Euro 35 in a radius of ±100 km around Rotterdam.

Purchased by the current owner from a private Dutch collection.
The seller guarantees this piece is acquired in a legal manner. Related documents seen by Catawiki.

All shipments outside the EU must be accompanied by an export licence, this will be arranged by the seller. The buyers must take account of a 3-6 weeks waiting period for the licence plus additional processing time by their country’s Customs department.