Lot information
A 17th-century wooden statue of John the Baptist depicts the saint in dynamic motion, with distinctive features including wavy hair, a beard and loose clothing covering part of the body. The figure stands on a circular plinth with an indicated step forward, which gives the composition a distinct expressiveness.The rendering corresponds to the baroque sculptural concept with an emphasis on the dramatic modeling of the drapery and the natural anatomical treatment of the body. Iconographic attributes that would help determine more precisely the original location of the statue have not survived, but it was probably part of a larger altarpiece or a separate sacral composition.
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condition:
The statue shows damage in the form of missing iconographic attributes, broken off parts of the arms and surface wear, while retaining strong drapery modeling and detailed facial treatment.
Bidders are requested to inquire about the condition of the lot prior to the auction. Any complaints will be disregarded.
