Auction 116 / Lot 3200
Title
HIGHLY SIGNIFICANT ROMANESQUE MADONNA WITH THE CHRIST CHILD
Origin
France, probably Auvergne, c. 1150/ 1200
Technique
Hardwood, carved, linen background, with remains of the frame
Dimension
H. 66 cm
Reserve price
Hammer price
Description
Above an oval-shaped plinth, a monumental-looking depiction of the enthroned Mother of God, facing the viewer frontally. On her lap she holds the blessing Christ child with the open Gospel book in his left hand. Expertise: A copy of the proof of purchase from the art dealer Georg Britsch is available. Provenance: Private collection Rhineland
