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Plaster Hand Painted Traditional Figure of a Saint, circa 1940

About the Item

Traditional religious hand painted plaster figure of a Saint. Originally stamped. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1940. Olot has a long tradition in the production of sculptures and religious imagery. The art and industry of religious statuary has been established throughout the city since the 19th century, the most important representative being "El Arte Cristiano", founded by Marià Vayreda and still in existence today, where the notable sculptors Miguel Blay and Josep Clarà, among many others, worked. Today, the Olot School of Art and Design has become the centre for artistic education in the province of Girona and offers courses ranging from the Artistic Baccalaureate to Higher Level Studies. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: Plaster.

Dimensions:

Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Width: 8.27 in (21 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)

Style:

Modern (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Plaster,Hand-Painted

Place of Origin:

Spain

Period:

1940-1949

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1940