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A Large Italian Polychrome Angel 19th
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for sale €2,925     $3,175
£2,500
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A Large Italian Polychrome Angel 19th

19th century
Description

A stunning large Italian wooden polychrome angel.

Crisply carve detail.

In original untouched condition.

Loss to tip of one wing, small paint losses as to be expected with this age.

Early 19th century.

The wings are detachable.

97 cm tall x 40 cm wide.

Can arrange delivery to mainland uk at extra cost

Physical Dimensions
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Junk Antiques & Interiors has dated this Italian Polychrome Angel Statue to the 19th Century.

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SA1239317
Description
A stunning large Italian wooden polychrome angel.

Crisply carve detail.

In original untouched condition.

Loss to tip of one wing, small paint losses as to be expected with this age.

Early 19th century.

The wings are detachable.

97 cm tall x 40 cm wide.

Can arrange delivery to mainland uk at extra cost

Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Junk Antiques & Interiors has dated this Italian Polychrome Angel Statue to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239317
Junk Antiques & Interiors
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A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest.
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Archive I A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest.

A Large Italian Polychrome Angel 19th

Archive II A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest. View II
Archive III A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest. View VIII
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The Apiary
38 Borough Street
Castle Donington
Leicestershire
DE74 2LA
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest.
A Large Italian Polychrome Angel 19th
Ref: SA1239317
A 19th-century carved Italian wooden angel statue with gold wings, painted drapery in muted blue and ochre tones, and hands resting across its chest.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCarved Wood, Polychrome, Gesso, Gold Leaf
  • ColourGold and Muted Blue
  • MotifsWinged figure, crossed hands, flowing drapery, carved curls
  • SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 40 cm (16 in)

This nineteenth-century Italian sculpture depicts a winged figure standing atop a rectangular base, holding crossed hands over the chest with carefully carved curls framing the face. Crafted in the Victorian and Gothic style, the piece consists of carved wood finished in gold leaf, gesso, and polychrome paint displaying muted blue and ochre tones in the flowing drapery, complemented by textured gold wings. Wear includes a loss to the tip of one wing and minor paint losses consistent with age, alongside detachable wings. The sculpture stands 97 cm high by 40 cm wide. Placed upon a sideboard top in a contemporary interior, it functions as a striking sculptural accent in a living space or hallway.

FAQs

Polychrome statues are carved wooden or terracotta figures painted with multiple coloured pigments and often finished with gold leaf. In Italian religious art, these figures were traditionally produced for churches, chapels, and private shrines from the Renaissance through to the 19th century.

Artisans typically used carved softwoods or lime wood coated with gesso, a plaster-like primer, before applying hand-painted tempera or oil pigments. Water gilding or oil gilding with genuine gold leaf was frequently added to highlight drapery, hair, and wings.

Authentic pieces generally display age-appropriate wear to the paint layer, visible gesso beneath flaking areas, hand-carved tool marks, and natural wood shrinkage cracks. Original iron forged pins or dowels may also be present where arms or wings join the central body.

A substantial polychrome figure serves as a focal point when placed atop a console table, in an entry hall alcove, or alongside minimalist modern furniture to create texture and historic contrast. Subdued lighting highlights the gilded surfaces and painted drapery.

Dust gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or solvents that can dissolve gesso and paint. Keep the statue in a climate-controlled room away from direct heat sources, radiator currents, or direct sunlight to prevent timber movement.
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