"Important Sculpture Of "saint Stephen" In Lime Wood, Early 18th Century"
Large sculpture of Saint Stephen in polychrome lime carved in the round early 18th century. Saint Stephen is depicted standing with one hand holding a finely carved palm leaf symbolizing martyrdom and the other placed on his chest. He is dressed in a tunic enhanced with a drape with delicately carved, flowing folds revealing his feet. (Small lack at the base and old restorations) Traces of original polychromy and gilding, beautiful patina. Careful work from the early 18th century carved in the round hollowed out on the inside.