{"product_id":"17th-century-polychrome-statue-of-saint-laurentius","title":"17th Century Polychrome Statue of Saint Laurentius","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare and finely carved 17th-century statue of Saint Laurentius (St. Lawrence), executed in wood and retaining much of its original polychrome and gilded decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaint Laurentius, one of the most venerated early Christian martyrs, is here depicted in his deacon’s vestments, richly adorned with ornamental patterns, holding a book of the Gospels. His other hand would have originally supported his attribute, the gridiron, symbol of his martyrdom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe expressive face, detailed carving of the drapery, and delicate traces of gilding highlight the craftsmanship of this devotional piece. At 82 cm high, the statue has a strong presence and would once have served as part of an altar or chapel ensemble.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod: 17th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Continental Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject: Saint Laurentius (St. Lawrence)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Hand-carved wood with original polychrome and gilding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 82 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Age-consistent wear, traces of polychromy and gilding, minor losses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn evocative example of Baroque religious art, blending history, faith, and artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Troc Leuven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51308024004949,"sku":null,"price":1295.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/6022\/6623\/files\/AB25B31E-F957-44A7-A49B-8C5994E205D6.jpg?v=1755782400","url":"https:\/\/trocleuven.live\/products\/17th-century-polychrome-statue-of-saint-laurentius","provider":"Troc Leuven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}