Herwig Simons
  • Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino
  • Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino
  • Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino
  • Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino
  • Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino
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Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino


A beautiful carved and polychromed wooden figure of a Madonna from the Naples region . The head and hands are finely modeled and painted with glass eyes to enhance lifelike presence. This devotional sculpture we can date to the second half of the 18th century. 80 cm.  

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Herwig Simons
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Watteeustraat 27 ,
1000 Brussel
Region: Antwerpen
Country: Belgium
Tel.: +32 (0)475 467546
E-mail: Info@herwigsimons.be
Website: www.herwigsimons.be
18th century Italian Madonna , Cage Doll , Santos Figure

18th century Italian Madonna , Cage Doll , Santos Figure

A beautifully expressive Italian Madonna sculpture dating from the 18th century, standing an impressive 113 cm. high.
This remarkable devotional work combines a delicately carved and painted Madonna bust with a distinctive wooden support structure, creating a striking and highly decorative presence.
The Madonna's serene facial expression, finely painted features, and warm patina reflect the refined craftsmanship associated with Italian religious art of the period. The aged surface and authentic wear acquired over centuries enhance its character and historical charm.

Artist Mannequin - Lay Figure early 19th century ca.1800-1830

Artist Mannequin - Lay Figure early 19th century ca.1800-1830

A finely wooden carved Artist Mannequin that displays refined modeling of the head and torso, with articulated limbs and a rich, lustrous surface developed through age and handling, intended as an artis's studio aid for the study of human form and movement.
Such early lay figures are increasingly scarce and are appreciated today both as tools of artistic practice and as compelling sculptural objects in their own right.
100cm Height

Spanish desk Scissors in wrought and engraved iron

Spanish desk Scissors in wrought and engraved iron

Fine pair of 17th. century Spanish desk scissors, nicely decorated with floral and zoomorphic engraved motifs, signed and with origin inscription" Juan de Rosas Fesite En La Puebla" and with property inscription,
"Sirbo Al Senor Mar Luez de Obando ". A letter " R " is engraved on the inside of the blades. 37 cm. H.

Mirrored Witch Ball of large size 65 cm.

Mirrored Witch Ball of large size 65 cm.

A very unusual and rare mirrored Witch Ball of large size ; 65 cm 
Witch balls were used to ward off evil spirits in England in the late18th and 19th century and made by Nailsea glass-makers from 1788 onwards.

Checking Chat GPT , the biggest they know exist is Ca. 4O cm.

Giuseppe Rivadossi Oak Desk with two Chairs 70s

Giuseppe Rivadossi Oak Desk with two Chairs 70s

Rare to find this end of 70s oak desk by Giuseppe Rivadossi, comes together with two chairs.
Very good condition.
Giuseppe Rivadossi (1935) was born in Monteclana di Nave, Italy, where he still lives and works. At a young age, Rivadossi's path begins with wood carving, with works reflecting on his poetic idea of living. In 1962 Rivadossi took over the carpentry founded in 1920 by his father Clemente, which he transformed into an atelier, or rather a creative workshop. Eventually, Rivadossi and collaborators established 'Officina Rivadossi' in 1976 where he started the manufacture of wooden objects and unique modern furniture.76cm H 175ck W 74cm D

 

 

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Stone Corpus Christi , Southern Germany 16th century

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Stone Corpus Christi , Southern Germany 16th century

Very expressive stone carved Corpus Christi with a good patina from age 
Franconia , South Germany mid 16th. century.
Professional mounted on a custom black metal base .
Corpus 90 cm. height , total 110 cm.

 

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Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino

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Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino

A beautiful carved and polychromed wooden figure of a Madonna from the Naples region . The head and hands are finely modeled and painted with glass eyes to enhance lifelike presence. This devotional sculpture we can date to the second half of the 18th century. 80 cm.

 

Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino

Neapolitan Madonna, Capipota , Manichino

A beautiful carved and polychromed wooden figure of a Madonna from the Naples region . The head and hands are finely modeled and painted with glass eyes to enhance lifelike presence. This devotional sculpture we can date to the second half of the 18th century; H 80 cm.

 

Napoleon in the guise of Mars the Peacemaker

Napoleon in the guise of Mars the Peacemaker

A 19th. century small version of the heroic 3M45 high bronze statue located in the courtyard of the Pinacoteca in Milan.
Bronze on a base in serpentine .
The bronze statue was made from a cast of the marble sculpture created between 1802 and 1806 by Antonio Canova, now on display in the stairwell at Apsley House, the Duke of Wellington's London residence.
Francesco (Italy1749-1819) and his son Luigi Righetti (Italy, 1780-1852)
Minor chips at the base.H 95 cm.

 

Lita Cabellut

Lita Cabellut

Mixed media on canvas ,White frame . 80 X 80 cm

 

Terracotta sculpture of Bachus signed Goldscheider

Terracotta sculpture of Bachus signed Goldscheider

A rare terracotta sculpture of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, shown here in a playful, slightly exaggerated caricature style.
Signed and numbered by Goldscheider ;
"Goldsheider , Reproduction Reservee 1075/54"
End of 19th. century.H 57 cm.

 

Bronze Sculpture representing Albert the first King of Belgium

Bronze Sculpture representing Albert the first King of Belgium

A fine reduced bronze equestrian sculpture depicts King Albert I of Belgium on his horse which was sculpted by Armand Martial in the 1930s. You can find the enormous statue close to the Place de la Concorde square, situated in a beautiful location near to the river Seine and the prestigious Avenue des Champs Elysees.
When France was on the verge of war with Germany, King Albert I of Belgium refused entry to the Germans within his country and therefor the monument was put in place dedicated the kings efforts during World War I .H 57 cm.