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Antique lot 3 hand carved polychrome wood panels dating back to 18th/19th century. All 3 show genuine age, polychrome paint with appropriate wear and patina, and would display beautifully together or split across a collection. Piece 1 – S Giorgio (St George and dragon) A carved polychrome wood relief depicting St George on horseback slaying the dragon, with the rescued princess standing at the right. Hand inscribed S Giorgio along the base. Stepped wooden base approximately 9.5″ tall and 7″ wide. Likely 18th/19th century abc appears to be an original altar or retablo fragment later mounted for display. Piece 2 – Holy family / Religious scene relief Companion style carved polychrome wood relief showing a robed family group – a male figure (likely Joseph), a female figure, a child between them, with two winged angels above holding a canopy or crown. Mounted on a matching stepped wooden display base. Approximately 9.5″ tall and 7″ wide. Same workshop or tradition as piece 1. Piece 3 – Carved openwork floral pattern A pierced carved wood architectural pattern with stylized foliate and floral motifs in deep red and yellow-green polychrome. Likely an Asian architectural fragment (Balinese, Javanese Chinese), late 19th to early 20th century, originally part of a piece of furniture, screen, or building element. Approximately 7″ x 6″. All 3 pieces show paint loss, shelf wear, minor losses, and patina entirely consistent with age. The two religious reliefs appear to be mounted to their wooden bases at a later date (likely early to mid 20th century). A common practice for repurposing church art fragments for the decorative market.

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Antique hand carved wooden religious figure / Santos style statue with original polychrome painted finish. Measures approximately 8 inches tall. Features hand carved facial details, layered robe carving, and early folk art construction. Shows significant age and wear throughout including. Paint loss and surface wear. Chipping and losses to carving. Damage/loss to back of head area. Base wear and age cracking. Surface dirt/patina from age.

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Antique Religious Polychrome Guatemalan Santo Seated Statue Christianity. Item from antique store which closed in 2002. 3.5″ x 5″ x 11.5.

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Antique small polychrome wooden cherub of Italian manufacture dating back to the first half of the 18th century. Exquisite workmanship, original polychrome. Standing on a small plexiglass base. H: 21 cm, W: 11 cm, D: 8 cm.

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Very rare pair of antique hand-carved wooden Santos figures, each measuring approximately 16 inches tall. Both figures wear crowns and long robes, decorated in traces of gilt and polychrome paint in gold, red, and black. One figure holds a shield decorated with a large cross. The other stands with his hands clasped in prayer, a gesture of devotion and humility. The expressive faces, elongated forms, and richly worn finish suggest they were carved in the late 19th to early 20th century c. These would have originally been displayed on a home altar or chapel, and today they make a striking addition for collectors of religious art, Spanish Colonial antiques, or rustic folk décor. Original paint and gilt with age-related wear, patina, and losses. Handsome surface showing natural crackling and color fading, consistent with 100+ years of age. Both figures stand solidly. Please see photos for details. Height: 16 in (38 cm). 3 in x 3 in.

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This antique polychrome religious statue depicts the Blessed Virgin holding Jesus. Handmade from wood, this statue is beautifully crafted. Unfortunately the polychrome is beginning to delaminate from the wood due to its age. Please see all of the pictures for details. The intricate work and vibrant colors make it a unique and collectible piece for those interested in religious artifacts. With the exception of the hand, it appears to be carved from one block of wood, possibly teak due its significant weight of 15.2 lbs. It measures 24 inches tall and the base is 6.5 inches deep and 7.5 inches wide. Mary is standing on a crescent moon perhaps depicting her ascension into heaven. The plaits of her hair is very unique and different. The baby Jesus holds the world in his hand while blessing the viewer. Please inquire with any questions.

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Antique Wood Polychrome Carved Santos Seated Religious Statue. Seated blue and brown hand carved polychrome Santos figure. Stunning original patina and beautifully painted face. Height 10 1/2 Inches. Pre-owned estate fresh item in good condition. Wear commensurate with age.

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Chalkware Statue of Saint anthony with pig. Marked at back with 3 letters. We pack our items very well to avoid any damage see our feedbacks from clients! Unauthorized Duplication Prohibited.

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Beautiful piece of sculpture with wonderful wear and surface. If this is not a genuine early piece, it is well worth the effort someone put into making it look old. Great craquelure and patina and a nice size to work in any space. Please use photos and zoom feature for most accurate condition. Measures about 9″ by 4.75″ and 4.25 deep. Please get them approved before purchasing. Any questions must be answered before the sale. Almost everything I offer is old and has likely spent time in a basement or garage. I do my best to get back to everyone in a timely fashion. If you don’t hear a response within 48 hours please ask question again! Also, make sure to check my other listings for more great vintage finds- I will certainly do my best to work with you if you are purchasing multiple items. I love old things so I’m always hunting through auctions, flea markets & yard sales for the ultimate score. I often buyout entire estates, which is why I have such varied offerings. I love bringing the old and unique back to market & I’m constantly adding inventory so please check back often. You never know what I’ll find next!

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Up for sale here is an antique, very old, carved wood statue of Saint Francis. Traces of polychrome and gilt. Color is mostly dark brown/gold. Expected age related wear. Both hands are missing and are not included. Many losses to the paint and gilt. Some cracks and worm holes as pictured – please look the provided pictures carefully. No damage to the structural integrity of this figure – stands perfectly fine and would make an excellent decoration. Very heavy and clearly made of solid wood. This was found at an estate sale in Dallas, Texas. Homeowner had an eclectic collection of museum-quality antiques and artwork. The estate sale company was unable to provide me with any more info about this and the 3 other finds from this sale listed on my page. Size is about 22 inches tall, 8 inches wide & 5.5 inches deep. Reference the photos and description carefully to see the quality of the exact product you will receive. Please reach out with any questions!

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