Flemish 18th century - An 18th century Flemish terracotta figure of Flora - image-1

Lot 1097 Dα

Flemish 18th century - An 18th century Flemish terracotta figure of Flora

Auction 1245 - overview Cologne
16.05.2024, 11:01 - Old Masters and 19th Century, Part I
Estimate: 2.000 € - 2.500 €
Artist Alert
Print page
Watchlist

Flemish 18th century

An 18th century Flemish terracotta figure of Flora

Worked three-quarters in the round, the reverse flattened and only summarily worked, brownish patina. Female figure standing in contrapposto on an angular plinth, dressed in a high-waisted gown and a cloak draped around her body. The flowers in her right hand and hair allow the figure to be identified as a personification of Flora.
With very minor wear. Height 66 cm.

Provenance

Belgian private collection.