Pair of Baroque pedestals. Hispanic School. 17th century.

Descriptio Carved, polychrome, and gilded wood. With an imposing sculptural presence, this pair of Baroque pedestals takes the form of a truncated cone column and features exuberant relief decoration. The surface is richly carved with plant motifs, highlighting large vine leaves and bunches of grapes intertwined with undulating tendrils, a clear symbolic allusion to wine and fertility, common in the religious ornamental repertoire of the period. The deep and dynamic carving generates a chiaroscuro effect that enhances the three-dimensionality of the motifs. The water-based gilding on stucco enhances the volumes and gives the work a solemn brilliance. The meticulous and expressive workmanship harks back to Hispanic Baroque workshops, with an ornamental language characteristic of the devotional imagery of the period. Due to their size, formal richness, and symbolism, these pieces must have played a prominent role in a liturgical context, serving as supports for sculptures or devotional objects. Their visual power and iconographic richness make them a significant testament to Iberian Baroque art. 129 x 47 x 42 cm. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.

Estimate:$6,163.12

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