18th Century Sculpture Of Saint Valérie In Gilded And Polychrome Wood

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Object description :

"18th Century Sculpture Of Saint Valérie In Gilded And Polychrome Wood "

Large and rare 18th century sculpture representing Saint Valérie. Valérie de Limoges, sometimes called Valère, is a cephalophore Catholic saint. A young woman who lived in Augustoritum, the current city of Limoges, in the 3rd century, converted to Christianity by Saint Martial, she is venerated in the diocese of Limoges as a holy woman, notably in Limoges and Chambon-sur-Voueize. This one-piece sculpture representing Saint Valérie is relatively rare, the drapery is well represented as is the face presented with closed eyes. Very good condition of the period gilding.

Price: 1 800 €

Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Gilted wood
Height: 85 cm

Reference: 1338178