ITALY.
DERUTA.
Rectangular plaque with rounded upper section with a cushion framework in relief. Decorated with a lively polychrome scene representing the Virgin Mary kneeling and praying on a prie-Dieu, her head surrounded by a luminous sun. The archangel Gabriel kneeling behind her, is presenting her a fleurs-de-lys branch symbolizing her purity and is addressing her. The scene takes place within an interior with tiled floor bearing the inscription i63. Above the Holy Spirit appears as a dove with a sunny halo surrounded by rays and crossing the clouds. Stylized ochre scrollwork surrounded by a yellow and blue fillet along the frame. Hole for hanging in the upper part of the frame.
17th Century, marked with year 1630 (?).
Height: 26 cm (10-1/4 in.) - Width: 19 cm (7-1/2 in.).
Repaired damages along the border.
Provenance :
- Item(s) quantity: 1
- Expertissim Reference: 2011030092