Johann Franz Schwanthaler (1683 Ried im Innkreis - 1762 ibid.) Circumference Christ bound before Herod Carved limewood or boxwood(?). Very detailed and finely executed statue. Christ in strong contrapposto, wrapped in a long, wrinkled, flowing cloak and holding it to his stomach with his bound hands. Mounted on a base trimmed with red velvet. Height 31 cm. Provenance: Dissolution of an important German private collection - Part II. Circle of Johann Franz Schwanthaler (1683 - 1762). Finely carved limewood or boxwood(?) sculpture of Christ.