17th May, 2025 11:00
Religious Art Auction Religieuze Kunst
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Biscuit Porcelain Figure of the Madonna and Child by Mauger & Letu
France, late 19th century.
Unglazed (biscuit) porcelain devotional figure of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, both modelled in classical contrapposto with downcast gazes and flowing drapery. The infant Christ holds a pomegranate, symbol of resurrection and eternal life. The group stands on an ornate rococo-style pedestal base moulded with stars, scrollwork, and the Marian monogram "AM." The underside impressed with model number 28 and maker's mark ML for Mauger & Letu.
Biscuitporseleinen beeld van de Madonna met Kind door Mauger & Letu.
Frankrijk, eind 19e eeuw.
Ongeglazuurd (biscuit) porseleinen devotiebeeld van de Maagd Maria met het Christuskind, beide in klassieke contraposthouding met neergeslagen blik en vloeiend vallende draperie. Het Kind houdt een granaatappel vast, symbool van verrijzenis en eeuwig leven. Geplaatst op een sierlijke voet in rococostijl met sterren, rolwerk en het Mariamonogram “AM”. Onderzijde gemerkt met modelnummer 28 en het fabrieksmerk ML van Mauger & Letu.
29 cm. high.
Note:
Mauger & Letu were active in Paris during the second half of the 19th century and specialised in religious and devotional porcelain figures. Their biscuit porcelain works, made in imitation of marble sculpture, were particularly popular for domestic altars and chapels. The Marian monogram and symbolism of the pomegranate reflect Catholic iconographic traditions rooted in late Baroque and Romantic devotional art.
France, late 19th century.
Unglazed (biscuit) porcelain devotional figure of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, both modelled in classical contrapposto with downcast gazes and flowing drapery. The infant Christ holds a pomegranate, symbol of resurrection and eternal life. The group stands on an ornate rococo-style pedestal base moulded with stars, scrollwork, and the Marian monogram "AM." The underside impressed with model number 28 and maker's mark ML for Mauger & Letu.
Biscuitporseleinen beeld van de Madonna met Kind door Mauger & Letu.
Frankrijk, eind 19e eeuw.
Ongeglazuurd (biscuit) porseleinen devotiebeeld van de Maagd Maria met het Christuskind, beide in klassieke contraposthouding met neergeslagen blik en vloeiend vallende draperie. Het Kind houdt een granaatappel vast, symbool van verrijzenis en eeuwig leven. Geplaatst op een sierlijke voet in rococostijl met sterren, rolwerk en het Mariamonogram “AM”. Onderzijde gemerkt met modelnummer 28 en het fabrieksmerk ML van Mauger & Letu.
29 cm. high.
Note:
Mauger & Letu were active in Paris during the second half of the 19th century and specialised in religious and devotional porcelain figures. Their biscuit porcelain works, made in imitation of marble sculpture, were particularly popular for domestic altars and chapels. The Marian monogram and symbolism of the pomegranate reflect Catholic iconographic traditions rooted in late Baroque and Romantic devotional 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.
