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Spanish Colonial Antique Santo Figure

$5,500
£4,187.51
€5,006.92
CA$7,840.82
A$7,981.22
CHF 4,621.75
MX$105,393.39
NOK 51,659.69
SEK 55,124.98
DKK 37,572.41

About the Item

A stunning antique parcel-giltwood statue of St. John, 19th century, possibly earlier, from Mexico, Spanish Colonial with polychrome paint decoration. St John was depicted as a regal figure with robes in drapery, one arm outstretched, one arm holding a book, and an eagle by his feet, on a naturalistic base.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.75 in (62.87 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Antique condition but excellent with patina and aged crackles as shown. Hand and eagle are attached but not fixed intended from the original making.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU94508024653

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