ASCRIBED TO FRANCOIS 'IL FIAMMINGO' DUQUESNOY (1597-1643) An...

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£650

ASCRIBED TO FRANCOIS 'IL FIAMMINGO' DUQUESNOY (1597-1643) An important ivory plaque

boldly carved in relief with children and dog at play, 11.3cm x 13.4cm

Outstandingly high artistic, cultural or historical value certificate issued no. 5PUX1A8

Provenance: Handwritten label pasted verso states purchased Autumn 1892, by repute purchased by the present vendor's uncle at auction in the 1950's, thence by family descent.

Literature: François Duquesnoy or Frans Duquesnoy (12 January 1597 - 18 July 1643) was a Flemish Baroque sculptor who was active in Rome for most of his career, where he was known as Il Fiammingo ("the Fleming"). His idealised representations represented a quieter and more restrained version of Italian baroque sculpture, and are often contrasted with the more dramatic and emotional character of Bernini's works, while his style shows a great affinity to Algardi's sculptures. He was especially renowned for his plump putti, of which this plaque is a superb example.