Great Statue Of Saint John At The Foot Of The Cross, 17th

large statue of Flanders oak, XVII century probably representing Saint John at the foot of the cross, mourning the death of Christ.
important patinated oak statue, dating from the late seventeenth century. probably Flemish work even if the treatment seems a little naive, the quality is there!
a beautiful expression in the face and the general attitude and a beautiful quality of drappés sculpture.
a touching expression emerges from this work, as an imploration or the desire to express something, this statue has a beautiful face, open mouth, perhaps Saint John crying the death of Christ at the foot of the cross.
the hand almost on the heart, the other almost tense.
some fingers restored on the left hand a beautiful patina general. attention important weight, and big size 102 cm.
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