Circle of Diego de Siloe (circa 1495 - 1563) Spanish, 16th century

Collection of a distinguished scholar, Spain, by circa 1960;
by family descent to the present owners

Overall the condition of the wood is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. The figure’s proper right hand is lost. There is non-active worming to the wood, in particular to the reverse. There are various losses to the paint, in particular between his legs and at the sleeve of the proper left hand. There are a few small losses to the terrasse, including at the centre and the proper left side. There is a lost section at the front of the crown at the top. There is a hole to the reverse. There is a small hole in the ground on the proper left side.
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