Continental Beech Carved Figure Of A Jovial Gentleman
Stock No
1263
2020
- £550.00
- €633 Euro
- $739 US Dollar
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Item Description
A finely carved Continental beech figure depicting a jovial gentleman in 16th-century costume. He is executed with careful attention to detail and standing at an impressive 74cm in height. The work reflects the enduring influence of Renaissance-inspired design in late 19th to early 20th-century European craftsmanship.
The gentleman’s attire is rendered with notable historical detail: a pleated ruff frames the neck, while a fitted doublet with voluminous sleeves, knee-length breeches, hose, broad shoes, and a soft cap capture the essence of Renaissance dress. Though stylised, the carving conveys both refinement and playful theatricality.
Produced most probably in a German or Austrian workshop, this piece belongs to the Renaissance Revival tradition, popular among collectors and connoisseurs who valued both craftsmanship and a romanticised evocation of Europe’s cultural past.
Today, this figure endures not only as a decorative object but also as a testament to the stylistic imagination of the period, bridging Renaissance ideals with early 20th-century artistry.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
North Yorkshire, England
Item Dimensions
H: 74cm W: 35.5cm D: 24cm
Period
Circa 1900
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
North Yorkshire, England
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)7867 964744
