Lot 121: Tyrolean Pine Wood Figure of a Female Saint, 16th Century

Tyrolean Pine Wood Figure of a Female Saint, 16th Century
A carved pine wood figure of a veiled female saint, standing with one hand raised to her chest and the other holding a book. The figure displays characteristic late-Gothic Tyroeon or Alpine features, including the elongated proportions, deeply folded drapery, and serene, introspective expression. Evidence of period tooling and original surface texture remains.
height 29 inches
Provenance: Sotheby’s, New York, Lot 11 ($3,734) (per accompanying catalog reference, label and family records)

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Estimate: $800- $1200

Auction Date: April 25, 2026