17th May, 2025 11:00
Religious Art Auction Religieuze Kunst
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Gilt and Polychrome Porcelain Figures of the Madonna and Child, Vieux Paris
Vieux Paris porcelain, unmarked.
France, circa 1860.
Two porcelain figures depicting the crowned Madonna holding the Christ Child, each standing on a raised base with scrollwork and decorative moulding. The figures are dressed in white robes adorned with parcel-gilt detailing and hand-painted facial features. One base is moulded with the crowned Marian monogram “AM”, the other with a stylised scroll motif. Both display the distinctive characteristics of Vieux Paris production, including lavish gilding, fine porcelain, and religious iconography.
Verguld en gepolychromeerd porseleinen beelden van de Madonna met Kind, Vieux Paris.
Vieux Paris porselein, ongemerkt. Frankrijk, ca. 1860.
Twee porseleinen beelden van de gekroonde Madonna met het Christuskind, elk staand op een verhoogde voet met rolwerk en decoratief reliëf. De figuren zijn gekleed in witte gewaden met vergulde accenten en met met de hand geschilderde gelaatsuitdrukking. Eén voet is voorzien van het gekroonde Mariamonogram “AM”, de andere met een gestileerd rolmotief. Beide beelden tonen de kenmerkende stijl van Vieux Paris: fijn porselein, overvloedige vergulding en religieuze iconografie.
28 cm. high. and smaller
Note:
These figures are part of the devotional porcelain tradition of Vieux Paris, referring to the many independent workshops active in the Paris region from the late 18th to mid-19th century. Often produced for domestic altars or as pilgrimage souvenirs, such figures were made in considerable variety, typically unmarked, and richly decorated. Their expressive faces and elegant poses reflect the blend of Rococo influence and Catholic iconography typical of Second Empire religious art.
Vieux Paris porcelain, unmarked.
France, circa 1860.
Two porcelain figures depicting the crowned Madonna holding the Christ Child, each standing on a raised base with scrollwork and decorative moulding. The figures are dressed in white robes adorned with parcel-gilt detailing and hand-painted facial features. One base is moulded with the crowned Marian monogram “AM”, the other with a stylised scroll motif. Both display the distinctive characteristics of Vieux Paris production, including lavish gilding, fine porcelain, and religious iconography.
Verguld en gepolychromeerd porseleinen beelden van de Madonna met Kind, Vieux Paris.
Vieux Paris porselein, ongemerkt. Frankrijk, ca. 1860.
Twee porseleinen beelden van de gekroonde Madonna met het Christuskind, elk staand op een verhoogde voet met rolwerk en decoratief reliëf. De figuren zijn gekleed in witte gewaden met vergulde accenten en met met de hand geschilderde gelaatsuitdrukking. Eén voet is voorzien van het gekroonde Mariamonogram “AM”, de andere met een gestileerd rolmotief. Beide beelden tonen de kenmerkende stijl van Vieux Paris: fijn porselein, overvloedige vergulding en religieuze iconografie.
28 cm. high. and smaller
Note:
These figures are part of the devotional porcelain tradition of Vieux Paris, referring to the many independent workshops active in the Paris region from the late 18th to mid-19th century. Often produced for domestic altars or as pilgrimage souvenirs, such figures were made in considerable variety, typically unmarked, and richly decorated. Their expressive faces and elegant poses reflect the blend of Rococo influence and Catholic iconography typical of Second Empire religious art.
Auction: Religious Art Auction Religieuze Kunst, 17th May, 2025
Hessink’s Fine Art Auctioneers invites collectors and art enthusiasts to its upcoming Religious Art Auction, taking place on 17 May 2025 at 11:00 AM in Beek, Limburg, Netherlands. This curated event features a distinguished selection of 17th-century religious paintings by renowned Old Masters, alongside exquisite porcelain and ceramics spanning the 18th to 20th centuries.
Highlights include masterful oil paintings reflecting the spiritual artistry of the Dutch Golden Age, as well as rare porcelain pieces showcasing the craftsmanship of internationally acclaimed artists. This auction presents a unique opportunity to acquire significant works that embody the rich heritage of religious art.
Explore a diverse selection of antique religious paintings, porcelain and earthenware figures, and plaques, alongside a stunning collection of modern and contemporary artworks. Whether you're a collector, an institution, or an enthusiast, this auction provides a rare opportunity to acquire sacred and meaningful pieces. Discover timeless treasures that inspire and endure.
Viewing
Viewing days are from Friday till Saturday 9 and 10 May, from 10:00 to 17:00 hours, and Monday till Friday 12 to 16 May from 10:00 to 17:00 hours cet.
