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San Lorenzo: Wood carved figure, c 1800

About the Item

San Lorenzo" saint figure from a Catholic church/monastery in the Philippines around the year 1800. Woodcut in Molave ​​precious wood. Height: 68 cm. Untouched original condition, with natural age-related patina. San Lorenzo, also known as Saint Lawrence, was one of the early Christian martyrs and a saint in the Catholic Church. He was born in Spain and was martyred in Rome around the year 258 under the emperor Valerian. Lorenzo was a deacon in Rome and responsible for church property and distribution of alms to the poor. He became famous for his faithfulness when, during the persecution of the Christians, he refused to hand over the church's treasures to the authorities and instead distributed them to the poor.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c 1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Kastrup, DK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1058741stDibs: LU1007443308502

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