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Early Large 17th Century Polychrome Figure of Man
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Early Large 17th Century Polychrome Figure of Man

17th century
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This is a fantastic mid-17th-century carved Italian wooden figure of a man.

The detail is lovely from the curls in his hair to the decorative border of his cloak.

There are traces of Latin lettering on the base and the inscription Anno 1640 something the last number being lost.

110cm high x 46cm wide x 31cm deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
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Swag Antiques has dated this 17th Century Polychrome Figure to the 17th Century.

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SA1015199
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We have been buying and selling antiques for over 30 years.

We have a wide range of antiques, retro, vintage and decorative pieces in a contemporary setting in our premises in East Sussex.

We source pieces mainly from Europe and the UK and buy

regularly to ensure there is always a good choice of mirrors, furniture and unique pieces.

Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

Paul and Avril

Description
FREE DELIVERY ENGLAND/WALES

This is a fantastic mid-17th-century carved Italian wooden figure of a man.

The detail is lovely from the curls in his hair to the decorative border of his cloak.

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There are traces of Latin lettering on the base and the inscription Anno 1640 something the last number being lost.
Swag Antiques

110cm high x 46cm wide x 31cm deep

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

Swag Antiques has dated this 17th Century Polychrome Figure to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1015199
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Early Large 17th Century Polychrome Figure of Man
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A 17th-century polychrome figure is a carved wooden sculpture painted with multiple layers of coloured pigments, often incorporating gesso preparation layers and metallic detailing. These sculptures were crafted across Continental Europe for ecclesiastical settings, civic buildings, and private shrines.

Craftsmen used seasoned European hardwoods such as oak, lime, or walnut carved using chisels and gouges. Surfaces were prepared with a gesso ground made from animal glue and chalk before hand-mixed mineral pigments and gilding were applied.

Authentic period pieces exhibit tool marks consistent with manual carving, along with natural timber shrinkage, stress fissures, and flight holes from historic wood-boring insects. Original polychromy typically demonstrates craquelure, paint loss on exposed relief points, and evidence of historical re-painting.

A large figure operates as an architectural focal point when set against a plain plaster wall or within a structural alcove. Designers frequently contrast these textured, dark-wood forms against modern minimalist furniture or integrate them into dark academia curated displays.

Maintain a stable indoor humidity level between 45% and 55% to prevent the timber from expanding and cracking the paint layers. Remove surface dust using a soft dry brush, avoiding liquids, solvent cleaners, or heavy paste waxes that can damage surviving historical pigments.
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