17th May, 2025 11:00

Religious Art Auction Religieuze Kunst

 
  Lot 4
 

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Manner of Peeter VAN AVONT (1600-1652)

Penitent Mary Magdalene with Putti, 17th century.

Oil on copper.

Devotional oil painting on copper depicting Saint Mary Magdalene kneeling in a landscape setting, eyes uplifted toward a heavenly light emerging from stormy clouds. She holds a skull and gestures toward her chest in a pose of penitence. Her flowing hair and golden drapery are rendered with delicate detail, and a strand of pearls decorates her neck. At her side are two winged putti.

In de trant van Peeter van Avont (1600–1652).

Boetvaardige Maria Magdalena met putti, 17e eeuw.

Olieverf op koper.

Devotionele voorstelling van Maria Magdalena, knielend in een landschap met de blik omhoog gericht naar een hemels licht tussen donkere wolken. In haar hand een schedel, terwijl ze met de andere hand naar haar borst wijst in een boetvaardige houding. Haar loshangende haar en het gouden gewaad zijn verfijnd uitgewerkt; een parelsnoer siert haar hals. Aan haar zijde twee gevleugelde putti.

22 x 16.5 cm.

Provenance:

Dutch private collection.


 

Penitent Mary Magdalene with Putti, 17th century.

Oil on copper.

Devotional oil painting on copper depicting Saint Mary Magdalene kneeling in a landscape setting, eyes uplifted toward a heavenly light emerging from stormy clouds. She holds a skull and gestures toward her chest in a pose of penitence. Her flowing hair and golden drapery are rendered with delicate detail, and a strand of pearls decorates her neck. At her side are two winged putti.

In de trant van Peeter van Avont (1600–1652).

Boetvaardige Maria Magdalena met putti, 17e eeuw.

Olieverf op koper.

Devotionele voorstelling van Maria Magdalena, knielend in een landschap met de blik omhoog gericht naar een hemels licht tussen donkere wolken. In haar hand een schedel, terwijl ze met de andere hand naar haar borst wijst in een boetvaardige houding. Haar loshangende haar en het gouden gewaad zijn verfijnd uitgewerkt; een parelsnoer siert haar hals. Aan haar zijde twee gevleugelde putti.

22 x 16.5 cm.

Provenance:

Dutch private collection.

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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.

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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.

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