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16th-Century Spanish Polychrome Wood Santos Sculpture

This is a hand-carved fruitwood or chestnut religious sculpture, likely depicting a young saint or Christ Child, originating from a Spanish ecclesiastical setting in the 16th century. The figure is masterfully rendered with a serene facial expression and naturalistic curly hair, standing in a classical pose. It features remnants of original polychrome and gesso finish over what appears to be a dark, aged patina on the wood. The craftsmanship is indicative of Late Renaissance or early Spanish Baroque style, characterized by the heavy, rhythmic folds of the drapery. The condition is reflective of its significant age; there is extensive woodworm damage (xylophagous exit holes) visible throughout the torso and the remains of the left arm, which has resulted in a friable, porous surface texture. The extremities exhibit historical wood loss, most notably to the left arm and lower hemline. The right arm is extended, currently holding a non-original red heart ornament. The figure is mounted on a modern wooden plinth for display. Despite the significant structural erosion and loss of the decorative outer layer, the inherent quality of the proportions and the fine carving of the face suggest it was commission-grade ecclesiastical art.

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$4,500 - $6,500

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