Large boxwood relief of Mary Magdalene, 17th century.

A large boxwood relief of Mary Magdalene.

French, mid 17th century.

The relief measures 22 x 14cm.

The frame measures 38 x 24cm.

The relief shows a weeping Mary Magdalene her clothing an exhibition of virtuoso carving, she holds a piece of her dress to wipe her tears. The kneeling figure originally would have been situated at the base of the crucified Christ as part of a calvary group.

The relief is mounted on a light blue velvet backing, within a 19th century walnut frame.