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Early Ecclesiastical Carved Wood Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750.
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Early Ecclesiastical Carved Wood Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750.

18th century
Description

Rare Ecclesiastical Carved Wood (Oak) Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750. Possibly earlier.

Fine representation of St. John the Evangelist depicted with an eagle, his symbolic animal. The statue shows a figure holding a book in one hand and gesturing with the other, with an eagle perched beside him. This iconography is commonly associated with St. John*.

Condition: Very good condition. Old woodworm (fully treated), testament to authenticity and age. Provided with stand (and hanging loop to rear).

Dimensions of figure (approx):

Height (without stand) = 60cm

Height (with stand) = 75cm

Width = 30cm

Depth = 25cm

*St. John the Evangelist is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is traditionally credited with writing the Gospel of John, three epistles, and the Book of Revelation in the Bible. The eagle symbol is derived from interpretations of his writings, particularly the soaring, spiritual nature of the Gospel of John. Statues and artworks depicting St. John often include this eagle as a recognizable attribute.

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Saint Sculpture to the 18th Century.

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SA1140425
Dealers Internal Reference
D:00613
Description
Rare Ecclesiastical Carved Wood (Oak) Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750. Possibly earlier.

Fine representation of St. John the Evangelist depicted with an eagle, his symbolic animal.

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The statue shows a figure holding a book in one hand and gesturing with the other, with an eagle perched beside him.
Dragoncharger Antiques

This iconography is commonly associated with St. John*.

fig 1. A dark carved wooden statue depicting a seated figure holding an open book with an eagle beside him, mounted on a black base.
fig 1. Early Ecclesiastical Carved Wood Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750.

Condition: Very good condition. Old woodworm (fully treated), testament to authenticity and age. Provided with stand (and hanging loop to rear).

Dimensions of figure (approx):

Height (without stand) = 60cm

fig 2. A dark carved wooden statue depicting a seated figure holding an open book with an eagle beside him, mounted on a black base.
fig 2. Early Ecclesiastical Carved Wood Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750.

Height (with stand) = 75cm

Width = 30cm

Depth = 25cm

St. John the Evangelist is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is traditionally credited with writing the Gospel of John, three epistles, and the Book of Revelation in the Bible. The eagle symbol is derived from interpretations of his writings, particularly the soaring, spiritual nature of the Gospel of John. Statues and artworks depicting St. John often include this eagle as a recognizable attribute.

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Saint Sculpture to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1140425
Dealers Internal Ref
D:00613
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Archive I A dark carved wooden statue depicting a seated figure holding an open book with an eagle beside him, mounted on a black base.

Early Ecclesiastical Carved Wood Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750.

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A dark carved wooden statue depicting a seated figure holding an open book with an eagle beside him, mounted on a black base.
Early Ecclesiastical Carved Wood Statue of Saint John with Eagle. Circa 1750.
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A dark carved wooden statue depicting a seated figure holding an open book with an eagle beside him, mounted on a black base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period18th century
  • Style18th Century Ecclesiastical
  • MaterialHardwood, Metal
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDraped robes, Eagle attribute, Open gospel book, Hand-carved facial features
  • SizeH 60 cm (24 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

This early ecclesiastical carved wood statue depicts Saint John seated with his traditional eagle attribute, dating from the 18th century. The piece takes the form of a dark brown hardwood sculpture showcasing hand-carved facial features, voluminous draped robes, and an open gospel book held in one hand while the other gestures outwards. Visible details include old treated woodworm marks across the aged surface, a metal mounting rod underneath, and a separate black-finished wooden display base. The figure measures 60 cm high, 30 cm wide, and 25 cm deep, reaching 75 cm high when mounted on the stand. In a contemporary home, this sacred sculpture suits placement on a sideboard top, a bookshelf, or a dedicated display cabinet within a study, living room, or hallway. The rich dark brown timber tone and traditional ecclesiastical iconography integrate smoothly into historic, traditional, or Gothic-inspired interior settings as a striking focal point.

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During the 18th century, ecclesiastical wood carvings served both devotional and instructional purposes within churches and private chapels across Europe. Statues depicting saints were created with traditional iconography, such as Saint John accompanied by an eagle, to allow worshippers to instantly identify the sacred figures.

Craftsmen typically used durable European hardwoods such as oak, walnut, lime, or chestnut. Statues were hand-carved using gouges and chisels, often hollowed out at the back to reduce the weight of the timber and prevent severe cracking during the natural drying process.

Authentic period wood carvings exhibit irregular hand-tool marks, natural shrinkage along the timber grain, and a deep patina acquired over centuries. Evidence of historical pest activity, shrinkage cracks, or former mounting points further indicates genuine age rather than modern mechanical reproduction.

Sculptural figures create strong visual contrast when placed against neutral wall tones or minimalist backdrops. Mounting the piece on a simple modern plinth or display stand allows the historic timber textures and hand-carved drapery to stand out atop sideboards, consoles, or within alcoves.

Keep wooden sculptures in a climate-controlled room away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity fluctuation to prevent wood movement and cracking. Dust periodically using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, and apply a thin layer of clear microcrystalline wax annually to protect the surface.
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