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Ivory Figure of a Mendicant Monk, most likely Dominic de Guzman founder of the Dominicans.
Hispano-Filipino school, Philippines, 17th century
Carved ivory mounted on a polychromed wooden base

This finely carved ivory figure of a mendicant monk belongs to the tradition of devotional sculpture produced within the so-called Hispano-Filipino school, which developed in the Philippines under Spanish colonial rule (1565–1898).

Such works were typically created for private devotion or ecclesiastical use, often based on Spanish models but executed by local artisans. The result is a compelling fusion of European religious iconography and indigenous stylistic elements.

The figure exhibits characteristic features of early colonial craftsmanship: the hair is incised in parallel striations, the face is softly oval, and the eye sockets bear a distinctly Asian influence—traits commonly associated with ivory carving in the region. The drapery of the monk’s habit shows lingering Gothic influence, while the treatment of the collar introduces early Baroque stylistic elements. These features support a dating to the 17th century.

The monk depicted in this statue has an opened book in het left hand, a symbol for a founder of an religious order or a scholar. In his right hand there's is something missing, most likely a cross. Dominicus de Guzman, founder of the Dominican order is usualy depicted with a opened book and a cross.

In the forehead of the monk and at th spot of his heart are holes.  On this spots have been decorations probably silver ornaments symbol for enlightment (on the forehead) and of love ( at the spot of the heart) A similar ivory statue of Saint Dominicus in posession of ther Dominicans of Manilla used to have a silver star with a white stone on the forehead of this saint.

The figure is mounted on a polychromed wooden base, which complements the sculpture in both tone and character.

Material: Carved ivory, polychromed wood
Height: 23 cm. (excl. base)
Width: 8 cm
Depth: 5 cm
The base is 10.5 x 8.5 cm. 
Condition: Minor wear consistent with age; cross or other symbol in the right hand is missing, restauration in the left hand of the saint, otherwise in good condition, with preserved polychromy
Provenance: Dutch private collection


Important Notice – CITES Regulation:

CITES certificate present for commercial activities within the EU

This item contains material (e.g. ivory) that falls under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
In accordance with CITES regulations, this object can only be shipped within the European Union.
Unfortunately, we are unable to export this piece outside the EU.

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Sculpture, Monk in Hispano-Phillipine style - 23 cm - Ivory

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