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17th Century Italian Polychrome Carved Wood Statue Of Saint Florian

$2,627.59
£1,947.01
€2,200
CA$3,634.83
A$4,005.83
CHF 2,097.19
MX$49,204.28
NOK 26,351.60
SEK 24,663
DKK 16,754.63

About the Item

A fine quality 17th century Italian polychrome carved wood Saint Florian Saint Florian (Latin: Florianus; 250 – c. 304 AD) was a Christian holy man and the patron saint of Linz, Austria; chimney sweeps; soap makers and firefighters. His feast day is May 4. Saint Florian is also the patron saint of Upper Austria, jointly with Saint Leopold. The statue has its original polychromy Good condition as shown in the pictures See the pictures for your own opinion on the condition Beautiful aged and rich patina Height statue 55 cm, height with flag 59 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.23 in (59 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. normal age traces.
  • Seller Location:
    Bilzen, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10361244138192

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