Lot No. 1004


Johann Peter Schwanthaler the Elder (Ried i. I. 1720 – 1795), Saint Mary Grieving, c. 1750,


Mary is depicted seated, her arms outstretched in a mournful gesture, her gaze directed upwards, superbly carved limewood, hollowed out on the back, minor traces of former paint, 85 x 104 cm, age-related damage, (MC)

The present sculpture is an exquisite work by Johann Peter Schwanthaler the Elder; the posture, face type and pleats are comparable with a series of Pietà sculptures by the master from around 1750. Compare: Helga Achleitner, Johann Peter Schwanthaler der Ältere, Ried 1991, pp. 114 – 119.

Specialist: Christine Masser Christine Masser
+43-1-515 60-331

christine.masser@dorotheum.at

25.04.2024 - 13:00

Estimate:
EUR 6,000.- to EUR 8,000.-

Johann Peter Schwanthaler the Elder (Ried i. I. 1720 – 1795), Saint Mary Grieving, c. 1750,


Mary is depicted seated, her arms outstretched in a mournful gesture, her gaze directed upwards, superbly carved limewood, hollowed out on the back, minor traces of former paint, 85 x 104 cm, age-related damage, (MC)

The present sculpture is an exquisite work by Johann Peter Schwanthaler the Elder; the posture, face type and pleats are comparable with a series of Pietà sculptures by the master from around 1750. Compare: Helga Achleitner, Johann Peter Schwanthaler der Ältere, Ried 1991, pp. 114 – 119.

Specialist: Christine Masser Christine Masser
+43-1-515 60-331

christine.masser@dorotheum.at


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Auction: Furniture, Works of Art, Glass & Porcelain
Auction type: Saleroom auction with Live Bidding
Date: 25.04.2024 - 13:00
Location: Vienna | Palais Dorotheum
Exhibition: 13.04. -25.04.2024