Statue, Saint Christophe portant l’Enfant Jésus, XVIème - 84 cm - Polychrome wood






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Saint Christopher Carrying the Infant Jesus – Polychrome carved wood – 16th century – 84 cm
Important religious sculpture in carved and polychromed wood, representing Saint Christopher bearing the Infant Jesus on his shoulders, traditional iconography linked to the crossing of the river.
The saint is depicted walking, holding his gnarled staff. The Infant Jesus, seated on his shoulder, raises his right hand in a blessing gesture and holds in the other a cruciform globe, symbol of his sovereignty over the world.
Beautiful ancient sculpture, particularly expressive, preserving significant traces of its ancient polychromy, with red, green, blue and flesh tones.
Era: 16th century, subject to expert appraisal
Material: carved and polychromed wood
Height: 83 cm
Condition in keeping with age: wear and losses of polychromy, cracks and old damages visible in photographs.
The photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment
The object will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery.
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Saint Christopher Carrying the Infant Jesus – Polychrome carved wood – 16th century – 84 cm
Important religious sculpture in carved and polychromed wood, representing Saint Christopher bearing the Infant Jesus on his shoulders, traditional iconography linked to the crossing of the river.
The saint is depicted walking, holding his gnarled staff. The Infant Jesus, seated on his shoulder, raises his right hand in a blessing gesture and holds in the other a cruciform globe, symbol of his sovereignty over the world.
Beautiful ancient sculpture, particularly expressive, preserving significant traces of its ancient polychromy, with red, green, blue and flesh tones.
Era: 16th century, subject to expert appraisal
Material: carved and polychromed wood
Height: 83 cm
Condition in keeping with age: wear and losses of polychromy, cracks and old damages visible in photographs.
The photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment
The object will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
