18th Century Antique Carved Limewood Panel – The Virgin with Serpent and Lilies
An 18th-century carved limewood panel depicting the Virgin standing over the serpent, lilies in her left hand and haloed in quiet triumph. The carving is oval in format, deeply cut and rhythmically composed, with stylised drapery folds and symbolic detailing. The Virgin’s expression is serene, her posture upright and dignified.
Continental in origin, likely produced for ecclesiastical or devotional use, the panel carries sacred resonance and sculptural charm. The limewood has aged to a soft, dry tone with traces of historic surface wear and oxidation in the recesses.
A rare survival of 18th-century religious carving — ideal for collectors of devotional sculpture, Continental fragments, or symbolic woodwork.
Provenance: Europe. 18th century.
Condition - as per the images with an old dry surface. The carving displays very well. A further detailed condition report is available upon request.
An 18th-century carved limewood panel depicting the Virgin standing over the serpent, lilies in her left hand and haloed in quiet triumph. The carving is oval in format, deeply cut and rhythmically composed, with stylised drapery folds and symbolic detailing. The Virgin’s expression is serene, her posture upright and dignified.
Continental in origin, likely produced for ecclesiastical or devotional use, the panel carries sacred resonance and sculptural charm. The limewood has aged to a soft, dry tone with traces of historic surface wear and oxidation in the recesses.
A rare survival of 18th-century religious carving — ideal for collectors of devotional sculpture, Continental fragments, or symbolic woodwork.
Provenance: Europe. 18th century.
Condition - as per the images with an old dry surface. The carving displays very well. A further detailed condition report is available upon request.
Description
An 18th-century carved limewood panel depicting the Virgin standing over the serpent, lilies in her left hand and haloed in quiet triumph. The carving is oval in format, deeply cut and rhythmically composed, with stylised drapery folds and symbolic detailing. The Virgin’s expression is serene, her posture upright and dignified.
Continental in origin, likely produced for ecclesiastical or devotional use, the panel carries sacred resonance and sculptural charm. The limewood has aged to a soft, dry tone with traces of historic surface wear and oxidation in the recesses.
A rare survival of 18th-century religious carving — ideal for collectors of devotional sculpture, Continental fragments, or symbolic woodwork.
Provenance: Europe. 18th century.
Condition - as per the images with an old dry surface. The carving displays very well. A further detailed condition report is available upon request.
