17TH C. GERMAN CARVED BOXWOOD CORPUS AT CALVARY
circle of Balthasar Permoser (1651-1732)
The Penitent Thief (given the apocryphal name Dismas) crucified to the right of Christ. ("Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." Jesus replied, "I say to you, today you shall be with me in Paradise." Luke 23) The thief crucified on branches of carved boxwood, figure 12"; overall 24"
This and the next lot: The fine detailed carving, showing attention to anatomy, the open sleeve, the depth of the detailed mouth, the deep folds and knot in the perizonium are clues to identify the carver.
Largest toe missing on right foot, toes missing on left foot; two fingers missing on right hand.
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
Realized: $3,000 - Excluding Buyer's Premium
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Lot 70 : 17TH C. GERMAN CARVED BOXWOOD CORPUS AT CALVARY
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