Vieux Bruxelles porcelain.
Belgium, late 19th century.
Standing figure of Christ pointing to the Sacred Heart on his chest, modelled in glazed porcelain with hand-painted polychrome decoration and extensive gilt detailing. Christ wears a cream-coloured robe adorned with small floral sprigs and a pastel blue cloak with gilt edging. The Sacred Heart is painted in burnished gold with radiating rays and surmounted by a flame. The octagonal pedestal is decorated with raised and painted gilt floral borders.
Polychroom porseleinen beeld van het Heilig Hart van Jezus, Vieux Bruxelles.
Vieux Bruxelles porselein. België, eind 19e eeuw.
Staand beeld van Christus, wijzend naar het Heilig Hart op de borst, uitgevoerd in geglazuurd porselein met handgeschilderde polychrome decoratie en uitgebreide vergulding. Christus draagt een crèmekleurig gewaad met kleine bloemtakjes en een pastelblauwe mantel met vergulde rand. Het Heilig Hart is uitgevoerd in glanzend goud, met stralenkrans en vlam. De achthoekige voet is versierd met verhoogde en beschilderde vergulde bloemenranden.
45 cm. high.
Vieux Bruxelles porcelain.
Belgium, late 19th century.
Standing figure of Christ pointing to the Sacred Heart on his chest, modelled in glazed porcelain with hand-painted polychrome decoration and extensive gilt detailing. Christ wears a cream-coloured robe adorned with small floral sprigs and a pastel blue cloak with gilt edging. The Sacred Heart is painted in burnished gold with radiating rays and surmounted by a flame. The octagonal pedestal is decorated with raised and painted gilt floral borders.
Polychroom porseleinen beeld van het Heilig Hart van Jezus, Vieux Bruxelles.
Vieux Bruxelles porselein. België, eind 19e eeuw.
Staand beeld van Christus, wijzend naar het Heilig Hart op de borst, uitgevoerd in geglazuurd porselein met handgeschilderde polychrome decoratie en uitgebreide vergulding. Christus draagt een crèmekleurig gewaad met kleine bloemtakjes en een pastelblauwe mantel met vergulde rand. Het Heilig Hart is uitgevoerd in glanzend goud, met stralenkrans en vlam. De achthoekige voet is versierd met verhoogde en beschilderde vergulde bloemenranden.
45 cm. high.
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.