Allegory of Charity " Magnificent high relief... Lot 24

Allegory of Charity " Magnificent high relief in polychrome carved wood enhanced with gold. Superb carving work for this high relief representing the 17th century Allegory of Charity. The Virgin, dressed in a long red and gold dress, offers her breast to the child. The idea of charity is traditionally represented by a young woman surrounded by many young children, one or two of whom she is breastfeeding. There is no other attribute than the generously offered breast. Weight: 3.62 kg Shipping unavailable Region: Italie Sizes: H 510 MM L 300 MM Type of object: Sculpture-volume Condition: At first glance: good condition