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15th Century Pine Continental Carving ‘Christ a Man of Sorrow’
Timberhill Gallery
for sale €7,605     $8,255
£6,500
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15th Century Pine Continental Carving ‘Christ a Man of Sorrow’

16th century
Description

A wonderful hand carved 15th century carved figure of Christ Man of Sorrow. Christ seated on a naturalised carved base, in loin cloth and crown of thorns. Polycrome detail with age related wear. Some old inactive and worm damage to base and in places around the piece

Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Timberhill Gallery has dated this Carved Pine Christ Figure to the 16th Century.

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SA1145070
Description
A wonderful hand carved 15th century carved figure of Christ Man of Sorrow. Christ seated on a naturalised carved base, in loin cloth and crown of thorns. Polycrome detail with age related wear. Some old inactive and worm damage to base and in places around the piece
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Timberhill Gallery has dated this Carved Pine Christ Figure to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145070
Timberhill Gallery
Timberhill Gallery
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A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details.
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Archive I A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details.

15th Century Pine Continental Carving ‘Christ a Man of Sorrow’

Archive II A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details. View II
Archive III A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details. View III
Archive IV A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details. View IV
Archive V A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details. View V
Archive VI A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details. View VI
Archive VII A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details. View VII
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Timberhill Gallery

Timberhill Gallery
Telephone 07805 249 756
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Bungay
Suffolk
United Kingdom
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Timberhill Gallery
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A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details.
15th Century Pine Continental Carving ‘Christ a Man of Sorrow’
Ref: SA1145070
A carved pine figure of Christ seated in contemplation, resting his head on his right hand, displaying natural wood grain and hand-carved details.
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The Man of Sorrows iconography emerged in late medieval Europe, portraying Jesus Christ in a contemplative, suffering pose prior to the crucifixion. These carved wooden statues were frequently produced for private devotion, monasteries, or chapels across Continental Europe during the 15th and 16th centuries.

European craftsmen predominantly utilised indigenous softwoods and hardwoods such as pine, lindenwood, or oak. The figures were hand-carved using chisels and gouges, often finished with gesso and polychrome pigments to highlight drapery and facial detail.

Authentic figures display hand-tooling marks, natural wood shrinkage along the grain, and historic insect flight holes. Traces of original polychrome paint or gesso layers beneath later surfaces, combined with a natural patina from centuries of exposure, indicate genuine age.

A single architectural wood carving functions as a sculptural focal point when displayed on a minimalist console table, within a deep wall niche, or atop a dark wood sideboard. Pairing the historical texture of weathered wood against plain plaster walls creates an engaging visual contrast.

Keep the sculpture in a climate-controlled environment away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood warping or splitting. Dust gently using a soft, dry natural-bristle brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or chemical polishes that could damage historic surface layers.
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