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Dutch 17th Century carved oak panel
- Period
- Circa 1650
- Origin
- Netherlands
- Dimensions
- W 26 1/2" × H 8 1/4" × D 1"
- Reference
- #Marh3596
This piece has been sold. It is shown here for reference in our archive.
Description
Dutch 17th century carved oak panel, originally part of a larger piece of furniture—likely a chest, cupboard (kast), or a bed frame. The panel depicts a classical grotesque figure of a mermaid or siren, shown with a bifurcated fishtail that coils into volutes, holding a comb and mirror, traditional attributes symbolising vanity and seduction. The figure is framed by scrolling foliage and stylised rosettes, all carved in relief with a stippled ground for added texture. Set in a later frame.
