Lot n° 4
Estimation :
500 - 800
EUR
SPAIN - José-Luis Mayo LEBRIJA (b. 1941), master santon-make - Lot 4
SPAIN - José-Luis Mayo LEBRIJA (b. 1941), master santon-maker since 1977 in Villaverde, Spain
Very imposing four-part diorama, animated by santons of various sizes.
In foreground, nativity scene and fountain with animated river
In the background, a view of a town and the eastern countryside, also animated with small figures
Overall dimensions: H. 50 cm - W. 160 cm - D. 150 cm (approx.)
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"This piece is remarkable for the accuracy of its moods, the finesse of its figure decoration and the precision of its backgrounds."
Santon craftsman notably famous for the creation of one of the largest nativity scenes ever made, that of Bancaja, in 1996 (1,200 figurines and a surface area of 220 square meters).
Provenance: Marcel CARBONEL collection (1911-2003)
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