Antique Continental Life Size Carved Torso of a Saint
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Antique Continental Life Size Carved Torso of a Saint
circa 1800, possibly Spanish or Italian, carved and painted wood, depicting a well rendered naturalistic bearded male figure with wide eyed expression and open mouth, the figure would have been clothed and exhibited within the church during religious holidays/events, appears unmarked.
32 1/2 x 25 1/2 x 10 in.
From the Collection of the late Keith Stanley, Professor Emeritus of Classical Studies at Duke University, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
circa 1800, possibly Spanish or Italian, carved and painted wood, depicting a well rendered naturalistic bearded male figure with wide eyed expression and open mouth, the figure would have been clothed and exhibited within the church during religious holidays/events, appears unmarked.
32 1/2 x 25 1/2 x 10 in.
From the Collection of the late Keith Stanley, Professor Emeritus of Classical Studies at Duke University, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition
Some surface staining with scattered paint and wood loss; areas of retouch to painted surfaces; several holes and vertical cracks; later brackets to interior.
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Antique Continental Life Size Carved Torso of a Saint
Estimate $1,000 - $3,000
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