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

16th century
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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

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Guide ID 09015490
Dealer's Item Date16th Century
Sellingantiques Date16th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 425-550 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 16TH CENTURY:
Pensive Christ iconography: widespread in Northern Europe around 1500.
Deep radial shrinkage fissures: slow drying of the timber over centuries.
Extensive historic flight holes: natural ageing of the softwood block.
Traces of early gesso and pigment: typical layered finish on church statuary.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
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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
Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Report ID 09015490
Dealer's Item Date16th Century
Sellingantiques dating16th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 425-550 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 16th Century:
Pensive Christ iconography: widespread in Northern Europe around 1500.
Deep radial shrinkage fissures: slow drying of the timber over centuries.
Extensive historic flight holes: natural ageing of the softwood block.
Traces of early gesso and pigment: typical layered finish on church statuary.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
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SA1145070
Timberhill Gallery
Timberhill Gallery
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2014
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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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Suffolk
United Kingdom
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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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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period16th century
  • StyleGothic
  • MaterialPine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCrown of thorns, Seated pose, Hand on cheek, Carved drapery
  • SizeH 58 cm (23 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

This continental sculpture depicts Christ as the Man of Sorrows, seated in a contemplative pose with his right hand resting against his cheek. Carved from pine in the Gothic style, the piece displays a warm brown timber colour with visible natural wood grain, remnants of polychrome detail, hand-carved facial features, a textured crown of thorns, and carved drapery forming a loincloth. Signs of age include age-related wear and old inactive worm damage to the base and various places across the surface. Measuring 58 cm high, 29 cm wide, and 29 cm deep, the figure sits on a naturalised carved base. Suitable for interior display, this sculptural object works well placed on top of a sideboard in a living room, hallway, or study. The compact proportions allow it to sit securely on elevated flat surfaces while providing a focal point that highlights historic craftsmanship and traditional figurative carving.

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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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