South German ivory carver (active in the 19th century) Corpus Christi Ivory, carved in full relief. Depicted in a three-nail type with arms stretched up diagonally, the head with shoulder-length hair tilted to the right and mouth open, the loincloth tied around the hips with an artfully knotted rope. Very finely detailed, artistically masterful Corpus Christi with subtle, anatomically faithful rendering of the body including the musculature and protruding veins as well as richly detailed carved hair and beard. 30 cm; w. 22 cm. CITES certificate available. Provenance: Dissolution of an important German private collection - part II. South German ivory carver active 19th century. Carved ivory Corpus Christi. CITES included.