Antique Fruitwood Statue of Patron Saint Nicolas
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Antique Fruitwood Statue of Patron Saint Nicolas
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For his help to the poor, Nicholas is the patron saint of pawnbrokers; the three gold balls traditionally hung outside a pawnshop symbolize the three sacks of gold. People then began to suspect that he was behind a large number of other anonymous gifts to the poor, using the inheritance from his wealthy parents. After he died, people in the region continued to give to the poor anonymously and such gifts were still often attributed to St. Nicholas.*
This serene antique French statue of the Patron Saint Nicholas dates from the late 1700’s or early 1800’s and has been beautifully hand carved from European Fruitwood.. Religious statues are highly prized and collected throughout the world.
- Dimensions:Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 1700’s Early 1800’s
- Condition:Good Antique Condition Commensurate with age – Late 1700’s Early 1800’s –Old Restorations- Missing small portions, Crosier missing- rubs to wood.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 409-151stDibs: U1202239063207
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