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Late 18th to Early 19th-Century Spanish Colonial Polychromed Santo Figurine With Halo

Name: Late 18th to Early 19th-Century Spanish Colonial Polychromed Santo Figurine With Halo
Price: 640 USD
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Condition Notes: The right hand is missing and there may have been a small statue of Christ the child resting on a … moreThe right hand is missing and there may have been a small statue of Christ the child resting on a book on the left arm as depicted in other religious cultures and reliefs of Saints of the period. less

Description: This is a Santo figurine is typical of late 18th to early 19th-century Spanish colonial craftsmanship. It shows traditional carved … more This is a Santo figurine is typical of late 18th to early 19th-century Spanish colonial craftsmanship. It shows traditional carved wood, gesso, and gold leaf with red bole underlayer, indicating original estofado technique, often used for creating lifelike religious figures.

Such figures were made to inspire devotion in churches or homes, and their wear often symbolizes centuries of veneration. You can see that the hand is missing from this figure.

Purchased at Auction From a Private Trust in Los Angeles

I have been told this is Saint Anthony of Padua, likely from South America, but am unable to fully confirm.

This figure is 14 inches high and 8 inches across. less

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