18th Century Saint Anthony of Padua with Child Jesus

An impressive 18th-century religious statue depicting Saint Anthony of Padua holding the Child Jesus, standing in a traditional devotional pose.

 Saint Anthony is portrayed wearing his Franciscan habit, which is exceptionally richly decorated with gilt foliate and scrolling ornamentation over a dark ground.

The Child Jesus stands upon a small book or platform held by Saint Anthony, while the saint’s other hand is extended in a gesture of blessing or presentation.

The figure has a beautifully expressive face, individually modelled features and carefully rendered hair, with the decoration retaining considerable visual impact.

 The statue has an attractive polychrome and gilded finish, with areas of age-related wear and loss to the painted and gilded surface that add to its antique character.

 A striking example of ecclesiastical devotional sculpture, ideal for collectors of religious antiques, early sculpture and Catholic devotional art.

Details

Subject: Saint Anthony of Padua with Child Jesus
Period: 18th Century
 Type: Religious / devotional sculptureFinish: Polychrome painted and gilded decoration

Height: Approximately 35 cm

Condition

Antique condition commensurate with age.
There is visible wear and loss to the painted and gilded decoration, particularly around the lower section and extremities, together with general surface wear consistent with considerable age.
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