Unidentified Female Saint
Statuette
first half of 18th century (made)
first half of 18th century (made)
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This female Saint faces straight with her head slightly inclined to the left. She is covered with opulent drapery running over her left shoulder and lower body. Her right arm being exposed, although main parts of the arm are now missing. In her left hand she holds a book or casket as if presenting it to someone.
Object details
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| Title | Unidentified Female Saint (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Painted limewood |
| Brief description | Statuette, painted limewood, an unknown female saint, probably Austrian, first half of 18th century |
| Physical description | This female Saint faces straight with her head slightly inclined to the left. She is covered with opulent drapery running over her left shoulder and lower body. Her right arm being exposed, although main parts of the arm are now missing. In her left hand she holds a book or casket as if presenting it to someone. |
| Object history | Given by Dr. W. L. Hildburgh, F. S. A., 1953. |
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| Accession number | A.3-1953 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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