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    SCULPTURE OF VIRGIN MARY AND JESUS, 15. – 16. CENTURY

    1.850,00 €

    Polychromed wooden sculpture of the Enthroned Virgin and Jesus. Central Europe, probably late 15th or early 16th century.

    An exceptional wooden sculpture depicting the Virgin Mary seated on a throne with the Christ Child resting on her lap, holding a book in His hand. Sculptures of this type are known by the Latin term Sedes Sapientiae, meaning “Throne of Wisdom.” This title represents one of the oldest appellations of the Virgin Mary. The concept is that Mary serves as the throne upon which Christ sits, Christ being understood in Christian theology as the embodiment of Divine Wisdom (Sapientia Dei).

    The medieval character of this sculpture is further reflected in the depiction of Christ. Rather than being portrayed as a typical child, as became common in later centuries, He appears as a miniature adult. This follows the medieval theological idea that Christ was, from birth, the perfect God and Teacher.

    The sculpture displays finely carved details, revealing the hand of a skilled and accomplished craftsman. The polychromy itself bears witness to the passage of time through later historical overpaintings and restorations. The various layers of paint allow us to trace, almost visually, the centuries through which this remarkable object has survived.

    You now have a rare, and perhaps unique, opportunity to acquire such a valuable piece of medieval sacred art—an object that inspires not only interest but also genuine admiration for the craftsmanship and artistic mastery of centuries past.

    Dimensions: 28,5 × 17 × 12,5 cm

    Weight: 1,3 kg

    Well preserved, with age-related wear and traces of historical repainting and restoration.

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