Antique Wooden Vanitas Sculpture
Antique Wooden Vanitas Sculpture
This oak Vanitas sculpture dates from the 19th century. The carved wood was painted over. The skull wears a laurel wreath that symbolizes the victory of death: we will all die someday. Memento Mori.
The Vanitas theme, which was already used in Roman times, became popular in the Baroque.
This sculpture is a rare and decorative piece. We’ve bought it in this condition.
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Dimensions (cm):
16(l) x 13(w) x 20(h)
Period:
1890s
Origin:
Belgium
Specifications
Materials
Wood
Dimensions (cm)
16(l) x 13(w) x 20(h)
Period
1890s
Origin
Belgium
Condition
Very good
