Bidspirit auction | A CARVED AND GILT WOODEN

A CARVED AND GILT WOODEN CATHOLIC GARGOYLE FIGURE, C. 17TH CENTURY - An unusual carved wooden gargoyle figure in the Gothic style, with a detailed, beastly face and wings shaped like filigree scrollwork. The wings, face, and claws of the beast are all gilt throughout, with the body being carved to appear as if it is hairy. This item is stood atop a short pedestal that is flat on the reverse as it is meant to be against a wall, it cannot stand up on its own. The rear of the piece is affixed with a brass ring from which it can be hung on a wall. H: 28 1/4 in., (71.8 cm.); W: 18 1/2 in., (47 cm.); D: 7 3/4 in., (19.7 cm.) Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Condition: Good overall with some expected signs of age, including some minor wear to gilding and finish and some small chips and cracks in places. Some signs of repair near tip of one wing.