Spanish Carved Polychrome Wooden Cherubs, Baroque, 1650, Set of 2

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A charming pair of Spanish Baroque carved wooden cherubs dating from the 17th century. Each figure is hand-carved in solid … Read more A charming pair of Spanish Baroque carved wooden cherubs dating from the 17th century. Each figure is hand-carved in solid wood and retains its original antique polychromy with a warm patina developed over centuries. The expressive faces, deeply carved curls and lively gestures are characteristic of Spanish devotional sculpture from the Baroque period. Originally conceived as decorative elements for an altarpiece, tabernacle or larger ecclesiastical ensemble, they now stand as highly decorative sculptural works in their own right. Both figures display the expected wear associated with their age, including losses, surface abrasions and old repairs that testify to their long history without diminishing their decorative appeal or authenticity.

Dimensions (each): Height 40 cm; Width 24 cm; Depth 16 cm. A rare surviving pair with strong decorative presence, ideal for collectors of Spanish Baroque art or historic ecclesiastical interiors. See less