Devotional Altarpiece - Scenes From The Life Of Jesus - Piémont 16th Century

This exceptional set of four oil-on-wood panels offers a poignant testimony to the artistic richness of the Renaissance Piemontaise.
Brought together in a later frame, these works reveal biblical scenes imbued with delicacy and fervor.
This magnificent devotional altarpiece, probably made in the 16th century, presents four key scenes from the life of Jesus. Each of the scenes is painted on wood, revealing a rich and expressive iconography that illustrates the Annunciation, the Nativity, the Presentation in the Temple and the Crowning with Thorns.
Composition and subjects:
Panel 1: The Annunciation. Mary, immersed in contemplation, receives a visit from the archangel Gabriel. Divine light radiates the scene, creating an atmosphere that is both intimate and solemn.
Panel 2: The Nativity. The newborn Jesus is surrounded by Mary and Joseph in a rustic manger. The simplicity of the scene is enhanced by a subtle play of light and shadow.
Panel 3:** The Adoration of the Magi. The Three Wise Men, guided by the star, come to offer their gifts to the infant Jesus. The richness of the costumes and the sumptuous ornamentation of the scene bear witness to the exceptional nature of this event.
Panel 4:** The Crowning with Thorns. The dark colours and tormented expressions give this work great emotional intensity.
Characteristics:
Technique: Oil painting on wooden panels, framed in an elegant antique-style structure with aged polychromy.
Dimensions: 125 x 40.5 cm, with each panel measuring 25 x 24 cm, the set has a remarkable horizontal format, ideal for display on an altar or console.
Condition: The work is well preserved for its age, with a natural patina that underlines its authenticity and the charm of the period. Some traces of wear are visible on the frame and the surface of the paintings, testifying to the antiquity of the piece.
Additional details:
This altarpiece is an exceptional collector's item for lovers of sacred art. It offers a visual narrative of the life of Christ, capturing key moments with delicate details and moving expressions. The pictorial quality, as well as the iconography, evoke the techniques of 16th century religious art, probably of Italian inspiration.
State of conservation:** The panels present a patina of time that adds to the charm and authenticity of these works. Some small old restorations are to be noted, but the whole is in good condition of conservation.
Dimensions of each panel:
Total dimensions with the frame:
Frame:** In gilded wood, in style adding a touch of elegance to the whole.
These paintings come from a private collection and were acquired from an Italian colleague
Their history is rich and deserves to be explored further.
These four oil-painted panels are a rare and precious acquisition for any collector of old art. They offer a window on the faith and devotion of the period while testifying to the talent of Renaissance artists.

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