Carved from the luminous softness of limestone, this 16th-century head of Christ, from Lorraine or Champagne, is a rare fragment of a monumental sculpture once intended for a church or a place of devotion.

The face offers an expression of great depth:
the stylized eyes, slightly lowered, convey silent resignation;
the crown of thorns, openwork thanks to the drill, reveals exceptional workshop craftsmanship;
the hair, treated in soft volumes, still bears the mark of master sculptors active around 1500 — in the tradition of the Master of Pont-à-Mousson.

This fragment of sacred art seems suspended out of time, carrying a dense and intact spirituality.
A piece of emotion and history, ideal for a demanding collector or a refined interior.

Characteristics

• Region: Lorraine or Champagne

• Period: 16th century (circa 1500)

• Material: Limestone

• Technique: Carved sculpture, openwork crown with drill

• Type: Sculpture fragment – Head of Christ

• Style: Renaissance

• Dimensions:

  • Height: 20 cm

  • Width: 16 cm

  • Depth: 16 cm

• Condition: Consistent with age, beautiful patina, perfect stability

• Unique piece: Yes

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