E. Cassier e Dournat - Sculpture

Fascinating and elegant oval bas-relief from the second half of the 19th century depicting the sacred scene of the Adoration of the Magi, characterized by extraordinary compositional complexity and high sculptural virtuosity. At the center of the composition, the Virgin Mary sits with the Child Jesus standing on his knees, surrounded by Saint Joseph, the Magi kneeling as they offer their gifts, and a bustling crowd of servants, angels, and allegorical figures set in an architectural and natural landscape. The work is made in precious kaolin molded in high relief with a delicate patinated finish, a technique particularly popular in 19th-century Europe for the reproduction of sacred art masterpieces intended for refined collecting, and it bears on the lower edge the signature of the sculptor “E. Cassier” on the right and the signature “Dournat” on the left. The relief is housed within its splendid oval period frame in wood lacquered in cream and ivory tones, enriched by a deep inner molding entirely gilded with leaf that creates a refined color contrast. The piece is in excellent and contemporary condition, with the kaolin surface preserving the sharpness of the details and the rear structure showing natural and fascinating signs of age, confirming the authenticity and value of this refined 19th-century art object. The dimensions of the work are 32 cm in maximum width by 40 cm in height. At the back, the rear structure is closed and stabilized by a protective tape applied recently to preserve the mounting of the relief to the frame.

Estimate:$505.22

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