Circle of Hermann Vischer the Younger (German, 1486-1517): A patinated bronze bust length figural relief of God the Father in Benediction
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Circle of Hermann Vischer the Younger (German, 1486-1517): A patinated bronze bust length figural relief of God the Father in Benediction
South German, probably first half 16th centurythe crowned figure depicted with flowing hair and beard, his right hand raised in blessing, his left hand holding a crossed orb, and clad in a draped cope and robe, his body emerging from a boldly scrolling border with repetitive circular ‘incised’ decoration, possibly representing a stylised ‘cloudbank’ or more likely a stylised serpent, 10.5cm high