South Netherlandish, circa 1510

carved in high relief

Overall condition is stable; however there is some worming although it's not active. Paint is partially refreshed with some losses entirely to paint exposing the wood. There is a loss to the right arm of the proper right figure of the relief. There are Chipped edges. Restoration to the bottom of proper left hand corner. Large yellow c painted on reverse.
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The present large relief would originally have been part of an altar together with other scenes from the Crucifixion.  The relief is distinctive not only for the deep carving and undercutting but also the intricate costumes with slashed sleeves and hose and prominent cod pieces worn by the two central figures.  This fashion was popular in Northern Europe in the first quarter of the sixteenth century.