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

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Clément Floch
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Selected by Clément Floch

Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.

Estimate  € 6,000 - € 8,000
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€400
US
€320
BE
€300

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Description from the seller

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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Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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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

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Wood type
Polychrome wood
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Wood
Title of artwork
Saint Christophe portant l’Enfant Jésus, XVIème
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
84 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
29 cm
BelgiumVerified
1921
Objects sold
100%
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