Lot 1622 Nα

Utrecht ca. 1470/1480

A carved walnut figure of the Virgin and Child, Utrecht, circa 1470/1480

Almost entirely carved in the round, the reverse slightly flattened and summarily carved. With minute remnants of former polychromy. A figure of the Virgin Mary standing in a gently swaying pose holding the squirming Christ Child with a bird with both hands in front of Her. The crescent moon at Her feet is partially concealed by the hem of Her gown and the separately attached points have been lost. The fine quality of the carving is particularly evident in the detailed rendering of the facial features, hair and costumes.
The Child's left leg lost. Vertical hairline cracks. Wear with minor losses. Height 45 cm.