Stock No. 37110

18th Century Medieval Style Carved Oak Portrait Panel of St Luke

A fascinating late 17th/early 18th century medieval style carved oak panel of French origin depicting a Romayne-type profile portrait of Saint Luke, also referred to as ‘Luke the Evangelist’. Inscribed with ‘St Luke’ to the base, we are also selling a similar panel of St Phillip under Stock No. 37111 which would coordinate with this…

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£1,175.00

Dimensions

Depth: 2.5cm0.98in

Width: 27.5cm10.83in

Height: 36cm14.17in

Weight: 1.1kg2.43lbs

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Imperial

Condition Report

Good structural condition. Scuffs and scratches. There is a natural vertical shrinkage split down the centre of the timber; this is stable. Due to the irregular shape of the panel, it doesn't quite fit the frame resulting in a very small gap in top left corner. Signs of historic woodworm (inactive). Fitted with wire for hanging to reverse. Later oak frame.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Origin

France

Period

Late 17th / Early 18th Century

Material

Handcarved, Oak, Timber, Wood

Date of Manufacture

Circa 1700

Maker

Unknown

Style

Country, Ecclesiastical, Medieval

About this piece

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A fascinating late 17th/early 18th century medieval style carved oak panel of French origin depicting a Romayne-type profile portrait of Saint Luke, also referred to as ‘Luke the Evangelist’.

Inscribed with ‘St Luke’ to the base, we are also selling a similar panel of St Phillip under Stock No. 37111 which would coordinate with this one perfectly.

Over 325 years old, this antique carved oak panel offers a glimpse into the styles and craftsmanship of early 18th century France. Though it is centuries old, the carving is still clear and distinguishable, today making a historic heritage piece for an interior wall.

Additional information

Weight 1.1 kg
Dimensions 2.5 × 27.5 × 36 cm
Origin

France

Period

Late 17th / Early 18th Century

Material

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Date of Manufacture

Circa 1700

Maker

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