A superbly carved oak panel depicting Abraham about to sacrifice Isaac with an angel holding back his sword. The incredibly deep relief carving is extremely well executed with a sense of movement and drama. the sword is lost to time and there is loss to Abrahams foot, there is a loss to the bottom of the panel which does not effect the scene. It has a rich deep patina and is of a bold size. The goat to one side has an almost comical appearance.
Flemish. Circa 1610
Height 43 cm ( 17”)
Width 37.5 cm ( 14 3/4”)
A superbly carved oak panel depicting Abraham about to sacrifice Isaac with an angel holding back his sword. The incredibly deep relief carving is extremely well executed with a sense of movement and drama. the sword is lost to time and there is loss to Abrahams foot, there is a loss to the bottom of the panel which does not effect the scene. It has a rich deep patina and is of a bold size. The goat to one side has an almost comical appearance.
Flemish. Circa 1610
Height 43 cm ( 17”)
Width 37.5 cm ( 14 3/4”)
