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Fragment of a head of Christ in limestone, Lorraine or Champagne region, circa 1500.
Beautiful Renaissance sculpture, likely from a monumental crucifixion or a Pitying Christ.
Head of Christ in limestone, probably from a monumental crucifixion or a Pitying Christ/Carrying the Cross group. Lorraine or Champagne region, circa 1500.
The modeling of the face, the stylized eyes, and the openwork crown of thorns are characteristic of regional workshops of the late Middle Ages.
Beautiful antique patina.
Features:
Region: Lorraine or Champagne
Period: 16th century
Material: Limestone
Dimensions:
• Height: 20 cm
• Width: 16 cm
• Depth: 16 cm
Condition: Signs of wear consistent with age, perfectly stable
Ref: CO8ACKUH1B