A Central European polychrome and parcel giltwood figure of Christ The Good Shepherd, 18th century | Christie's

Sale 7901

Oak Country Furniture & Early Works of Art

London, South Kensington

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25 February 1998

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Lot 542

A Central European polychrome and parcel giltwood figure of Christ The Good Shepherd, 18th century

Price realised

GBP 1,035

Estimate

GBP 400 - GBP 600

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A Central European polychrome and parcel giltwood figure of Christ The Good Shepherd, 18th century
shown draped in a sheeps pelt (distressed) -- 29in. (73.7cm) high
See Illustration.
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