A striking and rare Momento Mori depicting Christ, wearing a crown of thorns and shown half in skeletal form and half with flesh. This is an accomplished work by a carver of great skill and sensitivity, the detail is excellent and the features expressive. Carved, from a hard straight grained timber, possibly Lindenwood, the surface has obtained a deep patina. The condition is excellent.
German, late C18th
Height 16.5cm ( 6 1/4”)
A striking and rare Momento Mori depicting Christ, wearing a crown of thorns and shown half in skeletal form and half with flesh. This is an accomplished work by a carver of great skill and sensitivity, the detail is excellent and the features expressive. Carved, from a hard straight grained timber, possibly Lindenwood, the surface has obtained a deep patina. The condition is excellent.
German, late C18th
Height 16.5cm ( 6 1/4”)
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