17th May, 2025 11:00
Religious Art Auction Religieuze Kunst
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Polychrome Porcelain Figure of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Vieux Bruxelles
Vieux Bruxelles porcelain.
Belgium, late 19th century.
Devotional figure of the Virgin Mary displaying the Immaculate Heart, executed in glazed porcelain with polychrome decoration and gilt detailing. She is shown standing barefoot, dressed in a pale yellow robe with pink drapery, adorned with painted floral sprigs and highlighted with applied gilt dots. Her hands point to the flaming heart motif on her chest, encircled with flowers. The octagonal pedestal is painted with matching bouquets.
Polychroom porseleinen beeld van het Onbevlekt Hart van Maria, Vieux Bruxelles.
Vieux Bruxelles porselein. België, eind 19e eeuw.
Devotiebeeld van de Maagd Maria met het Onbevlekt Hart, uitgevoerd in geglazuurd porselein met polychrome beschildering en vergulde accenten. Maria staat blootsvoets, gekleed in een lichtgeel gewaad met roze mantel, versierd met geschilderde bloemtakjes en verhoogde vergulde stippen. Haar handen wijzen naar het vlammend hart op de borst, omkranst met bloemen. De achthoekige voet is beschilderd met bijpassende boeketten.
42 cm. high.
Note:
This figure reflects the ornate devotional style popular in Belgium during the Catholic revival of the second half of the 19th century. Vieux Bruxelles porcelain encompasses a number of Brussels-area manufactories known for producing such religious figures with bright enamels, floral decoration, and fine modelling.
Vieux Bruxelles porcelain.
Belgium, late 19th century.
Devotional figure of the Virgin Mary displaying the Immaculate Heart, executed in glazed porcelain with polychrome decoration and gilt detailing. She is shown standing barefoot, dressed in a pale yellow robe with pink drapery, adorned with painted floral sprigs and highlighted with applied gilt dots. Her hands point to the flaming heart motif on her chest, encircled with flowers. The octagonal pedestal is painted with matching bouquets.
Polychroom porseleinen beeld van het Onbevlekt Hart van Maria, Vieux Bruxelles.
Vieux Bruxelles porselein. België, eind 19e eeuw.
Devotiebeeld van de Maagd Maria met het Onbevlekt Hart, uitgevoerd in geglazuurd porselein met polychrome beschildering en vergulde accenten. Maria staat blootsvoets, gekleed in een lichtgeel gewaad met roze mantel, versierd met geschilderde bloemtakjes en verhoogde vergulde stippen. Haar handen wijzen naar het vlammend hart op de borst, omkranst met bloemen. De achthoekige voet is beschilderd met bijpassende boeketten.
42 cm. high.
Note:
This figure reflects the ornate devotional style popular in Belgium during the Catholic revival of the second half of the 19th century. Vieux Bruxelles porcelain encompasses a number of Brussels-area manufactories known for producing such religious figures with bright enamels, floral decoration, and fine modelling.
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.
