Staf De Heyder - Bust, Religieus - Mater Dolorosa - 28 cm - Oak

This is a hand-carved, finely detailed relief portrait bust, carved from solid oak with a warm grain and dark-stained. The back is flat. It depicts the Virgin Mary with her head bowed and a headscarf falling in flowing folds along her face and shoulders. Her downcast eyes and restrained, serene expression are reminiscent of a Mater Dolorosa depiction. This classic religious wood carving is signed “Staf De Heyder”, a sculptor and craftsman from the Mechelen region. Dating: first half of the 20th century. The sculpture is of good quality, and the oak has an attractive warm color. Dimensions. Height = 28 cm. Depth = 15 cm. Width = 17 cm. Weight = 2.9 kg. The sculpture is in perfect condition. Will be carefully packaged.

Estimate:£125.38

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