Bidspirit auction | AN OIL ON BOARD PAINTING

AN OIL ON BOARD PAINTING JOHN THE BAPTIST BEHEADING, FLEMISH SCHOOL, CIRCA 1480-1490S - Standing on a veranda in front of a gray brick wall, an executioner in green and white robes proudly holds in his left hand the head of John the Baptist, surrounded by a golden halo and dripping with blood. With his right hand, the executioner waves his sword in a triumphant gesture. At the right edge of the painting are two elegantly dressed figures, looking down sadly, their hands folded reverently. In the center, behind a low wall, is a landscape with mountains, trees, and a complex of buildings under a cloudless sky. This is a rather rare depiction of the beheading of John, which usually depicts Salome. Flemish school, late 15th century. Housed in a luxurious frame from the same period. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Please note that this lot is located in Europe and will be shipped to the winner from our European warehouse. Dimensions: 22 x 32 1/4 in., (55.9 x 81.9 cm.) Condition: Very good condition for its age. Some minor signs of touch ups.