19th Century Large Polychrome Santos Carving

Luxurious and regal pair of 19th century iron and brass lion andirons. Beautifully sculpted, the brass lions, a symbol of regal strength, rest a top the a...

A very cool mid-century rat / rodent carving / sculpture in rosewood, circa 1970s. The piece measures 2.5" W x 2" D x 4.75" H and is well carved with a wonderful dark grain in the wo...

A unique African carving of eight villagers at work and play. The piece is hand-carved into a tree branch that has dark wood on the inner layers and light wood on the outer layers. I...

Great pair of mid-century polychrome glazed ceramic foo dogs, circa 1960s. Great detail and a beautiful color combination of green, brown, cream and blue; the pair measure 12" W x 8....

Figural wooden carving of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Immaculate Conception). Carved in folkloric style, this well-preserved statue retains its original coat of polychrome paint. Its flesh tones, light-blue, and silver-gilding vividly shine through a natural patina that has become glossy from a century’s worth of handling. The Virgin as the "Immaculata" (conceived in immaculate purity), is posed on the globe of the world, in triumph over sin, represented by the serpent that tempted Eve with a forbidden apple. The sculpture's facial features include glass eyes and eyelashes. This rare antique sculpture is perfect for a collection of sacred antique...

Stunning polychromed wood santo from the early 1700s. Likely from a Roman Catholic Church. Very good condition considering age. Huge amount of presence. Beautiful religious artifact.

19th Century Santos Head We are proud to offer a rare example of a religious 19th Century hand carved Santos head. With polychrome paint still intact in...

Exceptional 19th Century carved wooden fragment. Depicting foliate detailing such as grapes and a crown. With good time-worn gilding throughout. Circa 1880.