16th Century German Lamentation Retable
A large carved and gilded polychrome lamentation, probably North German, early 16th century. 119 cm high, 90 cm wide, 22 cm deep. This beautiful piece, in very fine condition, may have originally formed part of a retable, a large craved timber screen…
Polychrome Pieta Sculpture from 15th Century Austria
A carved stone polychrome decorated figure group of the Pieta, possibly lower Austria, mid 15th century. This polychrome limestone sculpture represents the Pieta, in which the Virgin Mary cradles the dead body of her son. While the most famous example of…
Early 20th century Russian 84 silver icon, depicting Christ the Pantocrator, marked 84, with pre 1908 assay mark of Yakov Lyapimov, St. Petersburg, 1899-1903, maker P.Ovchinnikov, Moscow, hand painted depicting Christ with serene expression and right hand…
Madonna and Child with St. John in Landscape
The Madonna and Child with Saint John in a landscape in the manner of Cosimo Rosselli, Florence, late 15th century, tempera on panel, seated on a rock in an idealistic wooded landscape with a bridge and town by a river beyond and distant Cliff and…
Boxwood Carved Figure of Christ at Whipping Post
A South German boxwood carved figure of Christ stand at the whipping post, Augsburg, circa 1640, 24 cm high. Provenance: Sotheby's London 30 May 1932, The Friedeberger Collection, Berlin, Sotheby's London 13 December 1979, Lot 222
Renaissance limestone statue of Virgin and child in France
A rare limestone figure group of the Virgin and child, south west France, circa 1530. 111 cm high, 36 cm wide, 26 cm deep. Renaissance and High Renaissance images of the Virgin and Child often emphasise the humanity of Christ and Mary?s maternal responses…
Palestinian Proskynetarion: Rare Holy Land Pilgrim's Memento
A rare and important Palestinian School Proskynetarion or Pilgrim's Memento, comprising images of the Holy Sepulchre within the City of Jerusalem, and numerous holy personages and scenes from Scripture. circa 1800, painted on canvas; laid down on new…
Russian Icons: Mother of God with Christ Child
Two Russian icons, 18/19th century the larger icon finely painted depicting the mother of God supporting the Christ child, together with a smaller icon finely painted depicting a religious scene with central figure of the mother of God holding the small…
Polychrome Carved Walnut Figure of St. Catherine of Siena
A large polychrome carved walnut seated figure of St Catherine of Siena, French, possibly the Alsace region, 16th century. 143 cm high, 68 cm wide, 64 cm deep. St Catherine of Siena, born Catherine Benincasa in 1347, was a mystic, tertiary (lay) member of…
Florentine Madonna and Child Relief, 15th Century
A Florentine gilt and polychrome gesso relief of the Madonna and Child, Italian, mid 15th century. 77 cm high, 53 cm wide. In late medieval and Renaissance Italy, devotional activities took place in the home as well as in churches. Well-to do families…
Polychrome Madonna and Child, Flemish, 17th/18th Century
A carved polychrome figure of a crowned Madonna and child, probably Flemish, 17th/18th century. 117 cm high The increasing influence of courtly imagery on depictions of the Virgin Mary, especially in Northern Europe, meant that by the fourteenth century…
Polychrome Apostle Figure, 15th Century
A large polychrome figure, perhaps an Apostle, possibly Austrian, mid 15th century. This large, dignified figure of a saint, perhaps an Apostle, is polychrome, carved limewood that retains significant portions of its original paint and gilding. The figure…
Polychrome Baptism Figure, 16th Century German Art
A finely carved and polychrome painted figure of the Baptimism of Christ, south German, 16th century dimensions: 95 cm high
Rare Russian Gilt Silver Enamel Icon, Moscow 1881
Exceptional Russian gilt silver and enamel icon, marked, Moscow, 84, 1881, assayer rubbed, maker K.A.A (in Cyrillic), of rectangular form, painted with image of mother of Christ and child, adorned by seed pearl ground on cloud thread with a ruby accent,…
16th Century Spanish Crucifixion Figure, 135cm High
A rare and large carved and painted figure of the crucified Christ, Spanish, 2nd half of 16th century. 135 cm high
Spanish Colonial Sterling Silver Baroque Sconce with Christ Initials
A possibly Spanish Colonial sterling silver twin branch sconce, Baroque style with the initials of Christ, caryatid figure, mounted on later wooden base
Life-size 19th Century Polychrome Jesus Figure
An extraordinary 19th century life size figure of Jesus, carved polychrome finish, 188 cm high, 52 cm wide, 42 cm deep
Russian Christ Pantokrator Icon, AK Moscow 1894
Russian icon of the Christ Pantokrator blessing and bearing the gospels, his face tendered in deep brown tones, the fold of his cliton painted in fine detail, basma-oklad applied with elaborate filigree and shaded polychrome cloisonne. Marks in Cyrilic AK…
16th Century Spanish Polychrome Crucifix
A polychrome carved wood figure of the crucified Christ, probably Spanish, 16th century. 90 cm high, 68 cm wide
Bolivian Crucifixion Painting from 17th Century
An 17th century attributed Bolivian Iconographic painting, depicting Jesus Christ on the cross. Oil on canvas. Approx 1300 x 95 cm. This painting originally stood in a Bolivian church. The church was decomissioned allowing the paintings to be seperated.…
Russian Silver Enamel Oklad with Hand-Painted Icon Panel
Exquisite 19th century 84 Russian embossed silver oklad with red, blue and white enamel decorations to halo of mother of God and baby Jesus and four corners and middle centre to frame over hand painted wooden panel and velvet reverse. Assay mark 1876…
Russian silver and enamel icon, marked 84, maker Ng (in Cyrillic), of rectangular form, depicting St. Nicholas, with one hand blessing, the other holding a bible with Jesus Christ and Mary above, the oklad featuring a halo in fine enamel, in tones of blue…
18th Century Russian Icon with Silver Oklad
Large 18th century Russian icon and silver oklad, of rectangular form, painted with an image of mother of Christ and child, with gilt halo, chest plate and border, the whole set within a glass fronted case, 51 x 46 cm
Italian Crucifixion Icon in Ebony Frame
A fine Italian icon, late 18th/19th century, depicting the Crucifixion of Christ, with Mary Magdalene, John the Evangalist, and the Virgin Mary all with him at the foot of the cross, finely painted and mounted in an architectural ebony frame with silvered…
Russian Christ Pantokrator Icon with Silver Basma-Oklad
Russian icon of the Christ Pantokrator with silver basma-oklad applied with elaborate filigree and shaded polychrome cloisonne blessing and bearing the gospels, his face tendered in deep brown tones, the fold of his cliton painted in fine detail,…
Russian Double Icon with Madonna, Child, and Christ
Cased double Russian icon. Madonna and Child, and Christ. Silver gilt and enamel oklads. Hallmarked profile and initials 'CT.' 20 x 17 cm each panel, overall 32 x 47 cm
Russian Silver Trioza Icon of Holy Trinity & Abraham
Russian silver Trioza icon of the holy Trinity painted egg tempera, overlaid with a silver gilt cloisonne enamelled basma, marked to the base with an 84 standard silver enamelled border. A famous Russian icon, the Biblical story about the three angels…
17th Century Ethiopian Coptic Christian Triptych Icon of Mary and Jesus
An Ethiopian Coptic Christian triptych icon of Mary and Jesus, 17th century, in later box mount frame, 33 x 37 cm, 42 x 47 cm overall
18th Century Carved Pieta Figure Group
Rare 18th century carved Pieta figure group, in the manner of Ignaz Gunter, depicting Jesus draped over Marys knee, under a cross (later), on a naturalistic ground, later painted, in toned of red, blue, green and brown, height 50 cm
Russian Silver Enamel Christ Icon with Blue, White, and Red
Superb Russian silver and enamel icon, decorated with central image of Christ, surrounded by enamel decoration in tones of blue, white, red and gilt, impressed Antip Kyzmichev, 19 cm x 15 cm
Russian Christ Pantocrator Icon with Enamel and Gilt Oklad
Russian icon, depicting Christ Pantocrator with enameled halo and gilt silver repousse and chasing oklad, set in a shaped wood and gilt kiot with a glazed door, height 57.5 cm.
Early Empire Period Russian Icon with Passion Scenes
Russian early Empire period icon painted on timber with a central panel of Christ's Ressurection & Decent, surrounded by sixteen panels depicting the Passion of Christ with four Evangelists painted to each corner. Provenance: Maria Andipa icon gallery.…
18th Century French Ivory Corpus Christi Sculpture
A Continental carved ivory Corpus Christi, probably French, early 18th century, the frame 78 cm high, 43 cm wide, the Christ figure, 30 cm x 16 cm wide
Russian gilt silver and enamel icon, depicting Christ Pantocrater holding a bible, with enamel halo in tones of blue, white, green and accented in gilt, set within a kivot case, 33 cm x 28.5 cm (case)
Russian Gilt Silver Enamel Icon of Christ Pantocrator
Russian gilt silver and enamel icon, impressed makers marks, of rectangular form, depicting Christ Pantocrator, with oklad with enamel halo and bible, with gilt silver surrounds, 27 x 23 cm
Mexican Arma Christi Cross, 18th century
A carved and applied wooden Arma Christi Cross, Mexican, 18th century. 226 cm high, 105 cm wide. The imagery of the Cross, accompanied by the instruments of the Passion (Arma Christi) was imported to the New Spain from Europe by Franciscan missionaries.1…
19th Century Russian Icon of Christ with Silver Oklad
A Russian Icon of Christ Pantocrator with embossed silver oklad, 19th century. The oklad struck with assayers marks and initials, 1861, together with a small wooden easel. 37 x 32 cm
17/18th Century Ivory Corpus Christi on Crimson Panel
A carved ivory corpus Christi, Southern German, 17/18th century, the figure mounted on a crimson moire covered panel, held by iron nails, 40 cm high
French 14th Century Carved Ivory Panel of Virgin Mary
Early French 14th century carved ivory panel, taken from a diptych depicting the Glorification of the Virgin, the Virgin Mary looks adoringly down at the Christ child whilst flanked by Archangels, set below Gothic arch work, a/f (past repairs to split),…
Russian Icon of Christ Pantokrator with Enamelled Halo
Russian icon of Christ Pantokrator blessing & bearing the Gospels, his face rendered in deep brown tones, the folds of his chiton beautifully painted in red & dark green. The ormolu gilded oklad composed with silver cloisonne enamelled halo with wirework…
Crucifixion: 19th Century Italian Masterpiece
An impressive painting of Jesus on the cross, 19th century, Italy. Signed to lower left. With the original gilt and oak frame. In vintage condition with visible age and wear. 3490 x 255.5 cm, Provenance: Sourced from Dunedin.
Enamel Icon of Christ Pantokrator in Russian Silver
Russian silver 84 standard & enamel icon Christ Pantokrator modelled with mild colours, the raised border of the silver oklad tooled with stylized forms, with an enamel halo. Condition, good to fair, some wear consistant with age. Dimensions, 31.5 x 26.5…
Byzantine Gold Enamel Pendant of Virgin Mary and Jesus
Byzantine double side gold and enamel pendant, circa 11th-12th century AD depicting portraits of Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ with 2014 Christies catalogue entry description
1984 Christ Pantocrator Icon in Protective Case
Christ Pantocrator icon in case, stamped '84' dimensions 24 x 21 x 6 cm
18th Century Carved Virgin and Christ Group
A European carved and polychrome-painted walnut group of the Virgin and Christ, first half 18th century, the modelled standing in robes holding the Christ child, on a rockwork base with a seraphim mask to the front, 103 cm high
Russian Christ Pantocrator Icon with Ormolu Detail
Russian icon Christ Pantocrator painted on a timber backing with ormolu detail. Condition good, some minor wear. Dimensions 72 x 52.5 cm
Russian Silver Icon of Christ in Timber Frame
Silver 84 standard Russian icon of Christ Pantocrator in timber frame dimensions 21 x 25 x 5 cm
Russian Icon with Mary, Jesus and Nine Saints
19th century Russian icon, depicting Mary and the Infant Jesus surrounded by nine saints, with god above, silver gilt oklad. 35 x 30 cm 46 x 41 cm frame) . Provenance: Deceased Estate, Sydney.
19th Century Russian Icon of Christ and Saints with Silver Oklad
Large 19th century Russian icon of Christ mother and Saints. Silver oklad and halos all marked for Moscow 1890, maker 'BC' (attrib. Vasilii Semenov). 36 x 31 cm (icon only) 43 x 38 cm (incl. case)
19th century Russian silver, enamel and jewelled icon, marked Moscow, Ivan Khlebikov, assay A.A//1894, C.R (Cyrillic) and 84, depicting mother of God and Christ child, with silver and enamel oklad, accented with semi precious stones and pearls, 22.5 cm x…
Silvered Icon of Christ with Crown of Thorns
A Russian icon of Christ with a crown of thorns, circa 1820, overlaid with a chased and embossed silvered oklad, 58 x 45 x 4 cm
19th Century Russian Silver Oklad Painted Icon
An antique Russian silver oklad painted icon, 19th century, the painted icon of Virgin and infant Christ within a finely repousse and engraved silver oklad with pierced halo, marked in Cyrillic at the bottom, housed in a gilt wood frame and mounted behind…
17th/18th Century Spanish Polychrome Corpus Christi
A carved wood and polychrome decorated Corpus Christi, Spanish, 17th/18th century. 58 cm high, 47 cm wide
Russian Christ Pantokrator Icon in Gilt Oklad and Kiot
A Russian icon of Christ Pantokrator, late 19th century, oil on wood in silver gilt oklad and ebonised and gilt wood kiot, height 31 cm, width 26 cm, depth 7 cm
Louis XIV Tapestry: Anointing of Jesus, Aubusson, 1700
A Louis XIV biblical tapestry, Aubusson, circa 1700 Woven in silks and wools, depicting the anointing of Jesus, Jesus depicted seated with bowl at his feet with Mary Magdalene depicted in tears standing in the background, areas of wear and restoration,…
Russian Kazanskaya Mother of God Icon in Gilt Silver Enamel
A late 19th century Russian icon of the Kazanskaya mother of God in gilt silver and enamel Virgin Mary and Christ child depicted in ornate ceremonial robes decorated with floral motif, the holy figures with haloes of ornate polychrome cloisonne enamel,…
19th century Russian silver icon, marked, St. Petersburg, 1838, assayer A.T (Dimitry Iiyich Tverskay, 84, maker F.R (in Cyrillic), depicting Christ Pantocrater, depicted with halo, seated at a table holding bread, with bread plate, goblet, salt and cloth…
Antique Russian Icon with Resurrection and Festival Scenes
A large antique Russian 'Resurrection/Descent into Hell' icon with twelve Festival scenes. In tempera colours upon a prepared timber panel with battens, a central scene with the resurrected Christ within a mandorla and another with Christ standing at the…
Ascension Icon with Mary and Apostles
A Russian icon of the Ascension, 19th century, depicting Mary and the twelve apostles bearing witness to the Ascension of Christ, 43 x 35.5 x 3 cm
Enamelled Silver Russian Icon of Mother and Child
Russian icon c.1896, in silver and enamel, of rectangular form, painted with an image of mother of God holding Christ child, beautifully covered with silver and enamel oklad, accented with floral motifs in tones of red, blue, green and white, impressed…
Russian Christ Enthroned Icon, 18th Century
A Russian 'Christ Enthroned' icon. Late 18th century. In tempera colours and gilt upon a gesso prepared timber panel depicting the seated Christ holding the Gospel of Matthew in his left hand and accompanied by two saintly figures, Cyrillic script in…
18th Century Spanish Polychrome Retablo with Carved Stone Corpus Christi
A carved and gilt polychrome retablo, probably Spanish, 18th century, enclosing a carved stone Corpus Christi surrounded by saintly figures above a nativity scene. 64 cm high, 24 cm wide, 10 cm deep
St. Petersburg Silver Triptych with Painted Porcelain Panels
Russian Mikhail Grachev, silver travelling icon. Hallmarked St Petersburg 1907-1926, Mikhail Grachev. Triptych form, opens to painted porcelain panels of Christ Pantocrator flanked by two archangels in champleve enamel settings. Height 13 cm width 13 cm
An antique carved and polychrome wood Corpus Christi, late 17th / 18th century, probably Spanish, of typical form with the head fallen, with the remains of the original gesso and polychrome surface, partly overlaid at an early stage with a further gesso…
19th Century Russian Icon with Silver Gilt Oklad
An antique Russian icon, 19th century, the icon of Virgin and infant Christ within a finely engraved silver gilt oklad, mounted behind glass in a modern gilt and hardwood frame mark 84 Hc, height 35.5 cm, width 31.5 cm
17th Century 'Hodegetria' Icon of Mother of God
A large antique 'Mother of God - Hodegetria' icon. Possibly 17th century. In tempera colours upon a prepared timber panel with battens, depicting the Virgin gesturing to the reciprocating Christ child seated on her left knee and gazing at his mother in…
19th Century 'Life of Christ' Glass Slides Collection
Important collection of 30 19th century glass projection slides 'The Life of Christ' by Gustave Dore, some slides hand painted by James Moore. This collection was shown at the Melbourne Exhibition, Jan. 1873 and in Adelaide Mar. 1873 (paperwork/provenance…
St. Petersburg Silver Triptych Icon
Russian Mikhail Grachev, silver travelling icon. Hallmarked St Petersburg 1907-1926, Mikhail Grachev. Triptych form, opens to painted porcelain panels of Christ Pantocrator flanked by two archangels in champleve enamel settings. Height 13 cm width 13 cm
Russian Icon: Mother of God of Tikhvin with Christ
Late 19th century Russian icon of the mother of God of Tikhvin (Tikhvinskaya) showing Christ seated on his mother's forearm, oil on wood 37 x 29 cm (restored), reference lot 501 Hargesheimer Auctions, Dusseldorf, auction 84 important Russian and Greek…
Russian Christ Pantocrator Icon, 1907
Russian icon of Christ Pantocrator portrayed traditionally with deep colours, the ormolu oklad chased with a chequered pattern in the background. the silver cloisonne enameled halo decorated with foliate scrolls. Russian marks in Cyrillic, Moscow, 1907.…
Russian Triptych Icon with Silver Oklad and Saints
A Russian travelling triptych icon with silver oklad, 'CR', Kursk, 1908-1926, the moulded oak frame opening to reveal Christ Pantocrator, flanked by Saints, the faces and hands in tempera on panel, 18 cm high, 13 cm wide (closed)
Russian Christ Pantocrator Icon, 18th/19th Century
A Russian icon of Christ Pantocrator, 18th/19th century, depicting Christ holding the book of Gospels, two small saints to the sides. In tempera, gold leaf and gesso on wood, 28 cm x 20 cm
Large Painted Pine Figure Board of Mary Magdalen and Mary
A rare large painted pine figure board of Mary Magdalen and Mary the Mother of Christ, 17/18th century, 154 cm high, 97 cm wide, Ppovenance, John Dunn Antiques, Melbourne
Russian Gilt Enamelled Madonna and Christ Oklad
Russian gilt ormolu oklad depicting the Madonna with Christ with enamelled gilding. Dimensions 26.5 x 21.5 cm
18th Century Italian Polychrome Christ Child Figure
A carved and polychrome wooden figure of the Christ child, Italy, 18th century, dressed in a robe ornamented with brocade panels and sewn with glass bugle beads and a silver lace fringe, on later support and stand, overall height 39 cm
Mild-Colored Christ Pantokrator Icon with Silver-Gilt Oklad
Russian icon Christ Pantokrator modelled with mild colours, the raised border of the silver-gilt oklad tooled with stylized forms, the applied haloes with swirling design. Condition good, minor wear. Dimensions 22 x 17.5 cm
Crowned Christ: Stained Glass Benediction
An ecclesiastical stained glass window depicting Christ, crowned and enthroned holding an orb and with outstretched hand gesturing the benediction, 190 cm high approx
Russian Festival Icon with Twelve Scenes
An antique Russian 'Resurrection/Descent into Hell' icon with twelve Festival scenes. In tempera colours upon a prepared timber panel, the central image depicting Christ within a mandorla and another with Christ holding a pennant, surrounded by twelve…
18th Century Russian Icon of Christ with Halo
Russian icon depicting Christ with halo, some damage, probably 18th century. Dimensions 24.5 x 30.5 cm
Russian Icon with Scenes from Life of Christ
A large Russian painted and silvered fruitwood icon, late 18th / early 19th century, the central scenes of the Resurrection surrounded by twelves scenes from the life of Christ, the borders with inscriptions between floral panels and depictions of saints…
Russian Christ Pantocrator Icon with Silver Oklad
A 'Christ Pantocrator' icon, Russian, 19th century, the partial gilt silver oklad with engraved and pierced decoration and applied halo by Nicholai Nikitin, St Petersburg 1845-1874, the painting tempera on wood, 22 x 18 cm
French Cast Iron Statue of Mary and Baby Jesus
Antique French cast iron statue of Mary and the baby Jesus, approx 100 cm high
17th Century French Carved Wood Corpus Christi
A small carved wood Corpus Christi, probably French, 17th century. 29 cm high
17th Century Flemish Ivory Christ Figure
A quality 17th century Flemish carved ivory Christ figure, depicted crucified, exceptional detail and old patina. Minor losses. With Dutch purchase receipt dated 1976. Length 24 cm
19th Century Russian Icon with Silver Oklad
Lovely 19th century Russian icon and silver oklad, of rectangular form, decorated with St.George and Christ, the silver oklad chased with two figures and scrolled surround, 20 x 16 cm
Goanese Ivory Baby Jesus, 17th/18th Century
An antique Goanese carved ivory figure of baby Jesus South Indian origin, 17th/18th century, 19 cm high, 22 cm overall, Provenance: The Baker-Finch collection
18th/19th Century Spanish Corpus Christi Sculpture
A Corpus Christi, carved wood with remains of polychrome finish, Spanish, 18th/19th century, 62 cm high, 55 cm wide
18th/19th C. Spanish Colonial Polychromed Corpus Christi Sculpture
A Spanish colonial carved and polychromed Corpus Christi, 18th/19th century. 44 cm high, 28.5 cm wide
An antique carved wood Corpus Christi, 18th century, probably French, of typical form with the head up and to one side and the eyes looking upwards, with the remains of the original painted gesso surface, 47 cm high, 35 cm wide
Bronze Christ on Marble Plinth by Edgar Mansfield
Edgar Mansfield, bronze figure of Christ, supported on a marble plinth. Signed. 35 x 15 cm
Russian Enamel Icon of Mother and Child
A Russian silver and Cloi Sonne enamel icon, late 19th/early 20th century depicting the mother of God holding the Christ child, with silver-gilt and polychrome enamel halos, the robes chased and repousse embossed with applied foliate border, stamped…
Rusted French Iron Crucifix with Ivy Detailing
A large French iron antique crucifix, a heavy form cast from metal with rusted exterior. Depicting Christ on the cross with ivy detailing, height 124 cm, width 56.5 cm
Russian Gilded Silver Oklad Icon of Christ
Christos gilded silver oklad icon likely of Russian origin and with gilde silver oklad above a painted Christ on board. Hallmarked Moskow 84 H.3, size 27 cm x 32 cm
Russian Icon of Mary and Jesus in Vintage Frame
19th century Russian icon, Mary with infant Jesus, in a vintage ogee arched box frame, 17 x 13 cm 43 x 24 cm frame). Provenance: Deceased Estate, Sydney.
Madonna and Infant Jesus with Angels
Circle of Giovanni Angelo Canini (Italian school, 1609-1666), Madonna and the Infant Jesus with angels, oil on canvas, 113 x 94 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Perth
17th Century Russian Christ Pantocrator Icon
A Russian 'Christ Pantocrator' icon. Possibly 17th century. In tempera colours and silver upon a gesso prepared timber panel depicting a half length figure of Christ attired in a red 'Chiton' and a dark 'Himation', his right hand raised in benediction,…
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