Pair of 19th c. Carved Gessoed Wooden Angels
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Description
Pair of 19th century carved and gessoed wooden putti, angels, or cherubs. Each with gilt wings and cloth decoration.
Provenance: From the Estate of Horst Rechelbacher, Osceola, Wisconsin.
Horst Rechelbacher, the founder of Aveda and Intelligent Nutrients, was a pioneer in the field of safe and eco-friendly cosmetics. The same curiosity that led him to explore ways to improve the beauty industry led him to travel the world, collecting rare and beautiful objects as he went.
Angel facing left; height: 16 1/2 in x width: 12 1/4 in x depth: 5 1/2 in. Angel facing right; height: 17 in x width: 13 in x depth: 5 3/4 in.
Provenance: From the Estate of Horst Rechelbacher, Osceola, Wisconsin.
Horst Rechelbacher, the founder of Aveda and Intelligent Nutrients, was a pioneer in the field of safe and eco-friendly cosmetics. The same curiosity that led him to explore ways to improve the beauty industry led him to travel the world, collecting rare and beautiful objects as he went.
Angel facing left; height: 16 1/2 in x width: 12 1/4 in x depth: 5 1/2 in. Angel facing right; height: 17 in x width: 13 in x depth: 5 3/4 in.
Condition
There are small scattered paint losses throughout the sculptures. There are a few losses to the fingers of each angel; one finger is detached and included. Dirt and dust collected in the recessed areas of the work. The paint color has faded somewhat. Scattered minor restorations. Wear throughout as expected from age and use. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
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Pair of 19th c. Carved Gessoed Wooden Angels
Estimate $300 - $600
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