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UnknownA French Statue of Saint John the Baptist, Circa 1700, polychromed woodCirca 1700
Circa 1700
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Description: A French Statue of Saint John the Baptist with Staff and Lamb on his Feet, Circa 1700, polychromed wood
Statue: Shepherd with Lamb on his Feet
Object Type: Religious Statuette
Artist, Sculptor / Maker: Unknown
Place of Origin: France
Period: Circa 1700
Materials and Techniques: Polychromed wood
Categories: Christianity, Islam, Druze faith, Baháʼí faith, Mandaeism
Style: Baroque
Dimensions: Statue: H. 84 cm D. 33 cm W. 42 cm, Stand: H. 6 cm D. 24 cm W. 27cm
History:
Saint John the Baptist is the last prophet of the Old Testament and known as the forerunner of Jesus Christ. The Saint is represented here standing on a stand. He holds the staff in his left hand and a lamb rests at his feet. Here John points to Jesus Christ and his fate: "Behold, the Lamb of God, which takes away the sin of the world."
According to Christian faith, it is believed that John was born around six months before Jesus was. It is commonly believed that John was the second cousin to Jesus. John lived in the desert until the beginning of his ministry.
John's clothes were woven from coarse camel hair, and he wore a leather belt around his waist.
Physical Description:
This beautiful religious statue of Saint John the Baptist features him wearing camel-skin robe, the simple clothing he was known for, holding a staff and a lamb resting at his right foot. The lamb looks up to its master. Saint John preaches about the coming messiah and proclaims, "Behold the Lamb of God..."
Historical Significance:
The Statue of Shepherd with a Lamb on his feet is a rare specimen because of its physical condition and original colouring and patina.
- Creation Year:Circa 1700
- Dimensions:Height: 33.08 in (84 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 13 in (33 cm)
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- Condition:A Statue Shepherd with a Lamb on his feet is in a good condition and preserved colouring. This work is offered in ready to collect gallery condition, having been professionally revised.
- Gallery Location:Bruges, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2006212818232
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