Saint Barbara, A Talisman With Carved Wooden Dice—folk Art From The Late 18th–19th Centuries
A carved wooden devotional statuette depicting Saint Barbara, flanked by the fortified tower in which she was imprisoned.
The uniqueness of this piece lies beneath its base: a cavity holds two dice sealed under a watch glass.
Since Saint Barbara is the patron saint of sudden death, she was often invoked as a protective talisman by soldiers or gamblers.
Date: 19th century (or late 18th century).
Dimensions: height 17 cm.
In good condition, with a lovely patina and what appear to be traces of polychrome paint in places.
The uniqueness of this piece lies beneath its base: a cavity holds two dice sealed under a watch glass.
Since Saint Barbara is the patron saint of sudden death, she was often invoked as a protective talisman by soldiers or gamblers.
Date: 19th century (or late 18th century).
Dimensions: height 17 cm.
In good condition, with a lovely patina and what appear to be traces of polychrome paint in places.
450 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Good condition
Material: Solid wood
Height: 17 cm
Reference (ID): 1812739
Availability: In stock
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