Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Recently Added the gallery specialized in showing

the gallery specialized in showing major 20th century British artists

37" tall X 15

circa 1908

Acquired directly from the artist and thence by descent through private collection of important South Western art

Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Recently Added the gallery specialized in showingA fine & large antique 17th Century French carved walnut statue of Saint Peter, circa 1680. The statue is finely carved from walnut and depicts Saint Peter holding a bible in his hand, the statue is carved wearing monastic robes and a cloak. The beatific features of the statue are finely executed with St. Peter depicted with a beard and short carved hair, the statue has a warm mellow dark honey colored patina, the statue is around 350 years old and in