Wooden Statue of Saint-Francis with the Original Polychromy and Gilding
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Wooden Statue of Saint-Francis with the Original Polychromy and Gilding
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- Dimensions:Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Length: 17.33 in (44 cm)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:Late 17th Century
- Date of Manufacture:_
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Tips of two fingers are missing.
- Seller Location:Leuven , BE
- Reference Number:Seller: 18201stDibs: LU3301119106422
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