Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy
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Neapolitan capipote, processional mannequin, carved wood 18th century Italy

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Capipote" processional mannequin.
Naples, late 18th century.
Very finely carved wood, partially polychromed, articulated arms, sulfide eyes.
Accents: missing fingers.
Bust supported by a wooden "cage" or "turret" in the lower part.
Originally dressed in clothing and jewelry, led in procession by the faithful.
Height: 58 cm.

The tradition of devotional statues dressed in cloth and adorned with jewels dates back to Antiquity, and intensified from the 15th to the 16th century, both in Italy and throughout Catholic Europe.

Ref: 5U0BEMN0FC

Condition As is
Style Other style (Wood carvings of Other style Style)
Period 18th century (Wood carvings 18th century)
Country of origin Italy
Height (cm) 58
Materials Painted wood
Shipping Time Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days
Location 75002, Paris, France
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