Figure - Saint Florian of Lorch – Hand-Carved and...

Saint Florian of Lorch – Hand-Carved Polychrome Wooden Sculpture – Southern Germany / Austria – 20th Century Beautifully executed wooden sculpture depicting Saint Florian of Lorch, the patron saint of firefighters and protector against fire. The saint is portrayed as a Roman soldier wearing a helmet, armour and a flowing cloak. In one hand, he holds a vessel from which water pours onto a burning house, while the other hand holds a long staff. The sculpture displays finely carved facial features, carefully modelled hands, expressive drapery and an intricately detailed burning building. The warm natural wood tones are complemented by polychrome details and silver-coloured accents on the helmet, water and flames, creating an attractive and harmonious composition. The figure follows the traditional iconography of Saint Florian, who is particularly venerated in Austria, Bavaria and other Alpine regions. DETAILS Origin: Presumably Southern Germany or Austria Period: Probably 20th century Material: Hand-carved wood with polychrome finish Height: 27 cm Weight: 630 g Subject: Saint Florian of Lorch CONDITION Good overall condition with minor signs of age and handling. Some surface wear and minor imperfections may be present. The upper end of the staff appears irregular and may have originally featured an additional element. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. PROVENANCE Private Collection, Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany. IMPORTANT NOTES We are a professional seller specialising in antiques, historical objects and works of art. The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and appropriate transport protection. For shipments outside the European Union, customs duties, import taxes and any applicable import requirements are the responsibility of the buyer. Customs procedures may affect delivery times.

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