Antique Carved Wooden Ecclesiastical Angel Figure

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Putto Figure Approx: 26cm by 16cm Lovley antique hand carved wooden angel (putto) dating from the mid 19th or late 19th Century, beautifully sculpted with expressive facial features, flowing curls, and gracefully posed arms. The figure retains traces of its original polychrome and gilded decoration, now mellowed with age to create a wonderfully authentic surface and rich patina. The angel is depicted with a flowing ribbon or drapery wrapping around the body, suggesting it was originally part of a larger ecclesiastical altar, retable, or decorative church furnishing. The quality of the carving, particularly the face and hair, displays the skill of the original craftsman. Condition is consistent with age and use. The figure at some point in its life has undergone repairs, most notably to one arm on the shoulder and ribbon, with visible restoration lines. There are additional age  related cracks, losses, surface wear, rubbing to the original finish, and minor chips throughout, all of which are shown in the photographs. Despite these imperfections, the carving remains structurally sound and displays beautifully, with its aged character adding to its decorative appeal.