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Spanish Colonial Painted and Gilt Santos of Saint Michael the Archangel

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Spanish Colonial style polychromed and gilt santos of the Archangel Saint Michael shown striding with raised arm where he would have held a sword or spear to drive Satan from paradise. This is a finely detailed mid 20th century plaster sculpture in the Baroque style. The face with a serene expression and glass eyes. Mounted on a painted wood base. Acquired in Lima, Peru circa 1960 by the previous owner. 16 inches high 7 wide 8 deep Saint Michael the Archangel serves as the patron saint of sick people who are suffering from any type of illness. He is also a patron saint of people who work in dangerous conditions such as military personnel, police, security officers, paramedics, sailors, and grocers. Saint Michael is the leader of all the holy angels above Gabriel, Raphael, and Uriel. He is often working on missions to fight evil, proclaim God's truth, and strengthen the faith of the people. Although he is called a saint, he is truly an angel.
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