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Set of Two Carved Wood Relief Panels with Medieval/Renaissance Figures
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**Set of Four Carved Wood Relief Panels with Medieval/Renaissance Figures**
This collection consists of four wooden relief panels featuring carved and painted medieval or Renaissance-style figures in period dress. Each panel depicts elongated human figures in flowing robes and tunics, rendered in a stylized manner reminiscent of medieval manuscript illuminations or early decorative arts. The figures are painted in muted colors including yellows, blues, reds, and greens against dark brown wooden backgrounds.
The panels feature carved wooden frames with decorative geometric borders that appear to simulate bamboo or rope-like detailing. Based on the measuring tape visible in the images, each panel measures approximately 24 inches in width. The estimated dimensions appear to be roughly 18" × 24" for the rectangular panels. The wood appears to be stained or painted in brown tones with the relief figures carved in shallow relief and then painted.
The condition shows moderate wear consistent with age, including some surface scratches, paint loss, and patina on the wood. The backs of the panels show simple wooden construction with wire hanging hardware. The style and execution suggest these are likely mid-20th century decorative pieces inspired by medieval art, possibly created for restaurant, home, or institutional decor rather than being period antiques.
The artistic style combines elements of medieval manuscript illustration with folk art sensibilities, featuring simplified human forms in period costume holding various objects including what appears to be weapons, musical instruments, or ceremonial items.
This collection consists of four wooden relief panels featuring carved and painted medieval or Renaissance-style figures in period dress. Each panel depicts elongated human figures in flowing robes and tunics, rendered in a stylized manner reminiscent of medieval manuscript illuminations or early decorative arts. The figures are painted in muted colors including yellows, blues, reds, and greens against dark brown wooden backgrounds.
The panels feature carved wooden frames with decorative geometric borders that appear to simulate bamboo or rope-like detailing. Based on the measuring tape visible in the images, each panel measures approximately 24 inches in width. The estimated dimensions appear to be roughly 18" × 24" for the rectangular panels. The wood appears to be stained or painted in brown tones with the relief figures carved in shallow relief and then painted.
The condition shows moderate wear consistent with age, including some surface scratches, paint loss, and patina on the wood. The backs of the panels show simple wooden construction with wire hanging hardware. The style and execution suggest these are likely mid-20th century decorative pieces inspired by medieval art, possibly created for restaurant, home, or institutional decor rather than being period antiques.
The artistic style combines elements of medieval manuscript illustration with folk art sensibilities, featuring simplified human forms in period costume holding various objects including what appears to be weapons, musical instruments, or ceremonial items.
Origin
N. Olmsted Cleanout
Listed
March 11, 2026