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Antique Oak Sculpture – 'The Grief of Mary' , Circa 1500
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Antique Oak Sculpture – 'The Grief of Mary' , Circa 1500

16th century
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A Late 15th/Early 16th Century Oak Sculpture depicting ‘The Grief of Mary’, carved almost in the round with Mary wearing a head scarf, neckerchief and draped mantle over a long tunic, her hands crossed over her breast, mounted on a moulded hexagonal pedestal, 35 inches (90 cm) in height.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Treaders Collectables has dated this Carved Oak Mary Sculpture to the 16th Century.

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SA1131857
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6009
Description
A Late 15th/Early 16th Century Oak Sculpture depicting ‘The Grief of Mary’, carved almost in the round with Mary wearing a head scarf, neckerchief and draped mantle over a long tunic, her hands crossed over her breast, mounted on a moulded hexagonal pedestal, 35 inches (90 cm) in height.
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Treaders Collectables has dated this Carved Oak Mary Sculpture to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1131857
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6009
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Archive I Carved dark oak sculpture depicting a hooded woman in draped robes with hands crossed over her chest, standing on an octagonal wooden base.

Antique Oak Sculpture – 'The Grief of Mary' , circa 1500

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Carved dark oak sculpture depicting a hooded woman in draped robes with hands crossed over her chest, standing on an octagonal wooden base.
Antique Oak Sculpture – 'The Grief of Mary' , circa 1500
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Carved dark oak sculpture depicting a hooded woman in draped robes with hands crossed over her chest, standing on an octagonal wooden base.
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Late Gothic wooden sculptures are defined by expressive facial features, deeply undercut drapery, and vertical linear emphasis. Originating primarily in Northern Europe, these works were crafted to evoke deep emotional resonance within ecclesiastical or private devotional contexts.

Sculptures from this era were predominantly hand-carved from solid hardwoods such as oak or lime wood using gouges and chisels. Figures were often carved from a single timber block, with drapery folds meticulously sculpted to create dynamic shadow and depth.

Authentic period carvings exhibit signs of natural wood movement, age-related radial cracking, and hand-tool marks. The surfaces typically show deep patina, oxidisation in crevices, and uneven wear pattern where fingers and hands touched the object over centuries.

A carved wooden sculpture serves as a compelling architectural focal point when placed on a minimalist sideboard, within a fireplace alcove, or alongside contemporary artwork. The textured wood grain provides tactile contrast against neutral painted walls or industrial plaster finishes.

Preservation requires a stable indoor humidity level to prevent further movement or splitting in the timber. Regular dusting with a soft bristles brush is recommended, along with light applications of microcrystalline wax to protect the natural patina.
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