Price
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A superb Henry VII/VIII carved oak figural panel, circa 1500-20.
Modelled as an archer taking aim at an owl perched high in a tree, the centre ground filled by a stylised plant, framed, overall height 30.2 cm, width 34.6 cm.
As a nocturnal bird the owl historically symbolised darkness, evil and death. It is depicted here under attack by the righteous, or Holy Spirit, represented by the archer's bow and arrow; a metaphor for Christian light against the darkness of evil.
A 13th century oak misericord in Exeter cathedral models Christ as a centaur using a bow and arrow to slay a beast. See also two of the 68 misericords at Beverley Minster, one depicting an archer and another a central tree of comparable style with pointed leaves and a broad trunk, with attendant deer.
Dimensions
Panel only: Height 21.5cm (8.5in), Width 26.5cm (10.4in)Condition report
Available upon requestStock number
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