Indo-Portuguese figure of the body of Christ.... Lot 14

Indo-Portuguese figure of the body of Christ. Ivory. India, Goa. 17th/18th century. In typical posture with arms outstretched with veins showing, the loincloth is attached to the hip with a rope, the hem is decorated with a circle and pearl bar pattern. Eyelids are lowered, mouth is open, hair and beard fall in wavy strands. Attached with copper nails to a velvet-covered board. Several fingers and part of the pinned loincloth missing. L 31 cm Expert opinion Marketing authorization for the EU domestic market available Provenance Private collection, Aachen This object was made using materials for which a CITES permit is required for export to countries outside the EU. We draw your attention to the fact that a permit is usually not granted.