c. 1730 Italian Polychrome Heralding Angel – Hand-Carved, Parcel-Gilt with Lucite Mount

A captivating 18th century Italian sculpture , hand-carved in wood , then gessoed, painted, and parcel-gilt , depicting a heralding angel with tousled curls and windswept drapery . The figure’s expressive face and fluid movement are characteristic of early 18th century Baroque religious art , while the surface bears a beautiful aged patina . Dating to circa 1730 , this polychrome angel is now mounted on a custom Lucite base , offering a contemporary contrast that highlights its sculptural presence. A striking example of Italian devotional art , ideal for collectors of Baroque ecclesiastical sculpture , parcel-gilt figures , or historic religious iconography .

Place of Origin: 1730's