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Rare Antique Signed Indo-Portuguese Painted Teak Architectural Wall Shrine 17th

$ 23760

Availability: 23 in stock
  • Decade: Pre 1890
  • Condition: Note: antique item. Appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Please review photos. We are happy to answer any questions and to provide a detailed condition report or additional photos upon request.
  • Material: Teak
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original

    Description

    DETAILS
    This scarce massive antique 17th century Portuguese colonial arched altar piece (retablo) is signed and dated by the Portuguese artists, along with their self portraits painted on the back of the panels and an inscription. Hand carved winged angels. Retains later old yellow paint and gold trim.
    MARKS
    Signed:
    Este retablo dourarao-se pelo pintor Antonio Lourenco Fer
    ... (Translation: This retablo is gilded by the painter Antonio Lourenco Fer...)
    DATE
    Dated 1649
    DIMENSIONS
    Width 141 Depth 21 Height 190 inches