Modillon Romanesque sculpture. Early Romanesque art.
Limestone modillon carved in high relief representing a man's head. The features and hair are stylized with locks originating between the eyebrows, eyebrow arches in an arc, hollow pupils, long mustaches which frame the open mouth, visible teeth, goatee in wavy locks. Beautiful illustration of early Romanesque art.
Very aesthetic piece with balanced dimensions.
Works consulted: Romanesque figures, Frank Horvat and Michel Pastoureau, Paris, 2001 - Introduction to Romanesque symbolism: 12th century, M.M. Davy, Paris, 2005 - Romanesque art, Crozet René, 1996.
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Origin: Burgundy, France
Medium: Limestone
Size: H: 25cm - L: 19.5cm - D: 26.5cm
Period: First quarter of the 12th century
Condition: Slight wear.
Price: 2 800€
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