Lot 33
  • 33

A large ivory figure of Corpus Christi, French, probably Dieppe, late 19th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • A large ivory figure of Corpus Christi, French, probably Dieppe, late 19th century
  • ivory, gilt wood
  • Frame: 130cm., 51 1/4 in. high ; figure: 65cm., 25 1/2 in. high
  • French, probably Dieppe, early 19th century
realistically modelled, fixed to the panel with steel spears, with a large gilt wood frame surmounted by an ivory plaque carved 'INRI', now detached

Condition

figure: some hairline cracks overall, restoration to fingers, one missing at each hand, restoration to front of thorn crown. impressive piece. Frame:
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