Saint Florian, Polychrome Poplar Wood, Central Europe, 18th Century
A polychrome wooden sculpture designed to be viewed in the round, depicting Saint Florian. Saint Florian is portrayed as a Roman soldier holding a bucket, extinguishing the fire on a burning cathedral. In the 15th century, Saint Florian was attributed patronage and protection against fires. In popular iconography, he is distinguished by a water bucket and is often shown in the act of saving a building from flames. The saint’s cult gained widespread popularity in Austria and neighboring countries, including Hungary, Slovakia, and Northern Italy. Similar Baroque sculptures, often monumental in scale, featuring ancient Roman-style attire with abundant gilding, can be observed in the Budapest Museum.
DimensionsHxLxD 35,24in x 13,39in x 11,42in
Provenance
Private Collection
Defects, missing parts and restorations.
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: Good condition
Material: Painted wood
Width: 34
Height: 89,5
Depth: 29
Reference (ID): 1701322
Availability: In stock
