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Superbly Carved Large Mid 16th Century Continental Limewood Figure of St. John the Baptist
LVS Decorative Arts
for sale €9,653     $10,478
£8,250
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Superbly Carved Large Mid 16th Century Continental Limewood Figure of St. John the Baptist

16th century
Description

A superbly carved large mid 16th century (circa 1550) Continental limewood figure of St. John the Baptist.

St. John is stands in a draped robe holding a book with a lamb upon it, all supported on later wooden plinth with moulded edge.

St. John is often depicted with a lamb, this is said to originate from the Bible, John 1.29-36 when on seeing Jesus Saint John says 'Behold the Lamb of God...'.

St. John the Baptist was a major religious figure in various faiths including Christianity, known as a prophet and also honoured as a Saint in many Christian traditions.

He was regarded as the precursor to Jesus Christ, he had his own circle of disciples and baptized many, including Jesus.

This carved figure is in good original condition for age with evidence of old woodworm, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 66'' / 167.5cm

Width: 19'' / 48.5cm

Depth: 14'' / 35.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
167.5cm (65.94")
Width
48.5cm (19.09")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Carved Limewood Saint Statue to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143357
Dealers Internal Reference
LVS1164
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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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Description
A superbly carved large mid 16th century (circa 1550) Continental limewood figure of St. John the Baptist.

St.

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John is stands in a draped robe holding a book with a lamb upon it, all supported on later wooden plinth with moulded edge.
LVS Decorative Arts
fig 1. A 16th-century carved limewood figure of St. John the Baptist holding a lamb, mounted on a dark wooden base.
fig 1. Superbly Carved Large Mid 16th Century Continental Limewood Figure of St. John the Baptist

St. John is often depicted with a lamb, this is said to originate from the Bible, John 1.29-36 when on seeing Jesus Saint John says 'Behold the Lamb of God...'.

St. John the Baptist was a major religious figure in various faiths including Christianity, known as a prophet and also honoured as a Saint in many Christian traditions.

fig 2. A 16th-century carved limewood figure of St. John the Baptist holding a lamb, mounted on a dark wooden base.
fig 2. Superbly Carved Large Mid 16th Century Continental Limewood Figure of St. John the Baptist

He was regarded as the precursor to Jesus Christ, he had his own circle of disciples and baptized many, including Jesus.

This carved figure is in good original condition for age with evidence of old woodworm, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 66'' / 167.5cm

Width: 19'' / 48.5cm

Depth: 14'' / 35.5cm

Height
167.5cm (65.94")
Width
48.5cm (19.09")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Carved Limewood Saint Statue to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1143357
Dealers Internal Ref
LVS1164
LVS Decorative Arts
LVS Decorative Arts
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2011
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the LVS Decorative Arts Profile Page

Trade Associations

LVS Decorative Arts is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A 16th-century carved limewood figure of St. John the Baptist holding a lamb, mounted on a dark wooden base.
Superbly carved large mid 16th century Continental limewood figure of St. John the Baptist
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During the 16th century across Continental Europe, particularly in Germanic and Netherlandish regions, skilled carvers produced devotional figures for ecclesiastical settings and private chapels. These works reflected the transition from Late Gothic stylisation to Renaissance realism.

Carvers frequently utilised limewood (linden) due to its fine, tight grain and ease of carving across wood fibres. Sculptures were often left unpainted to showcase the timber, or rendered with polychrome paint and gilding.

Authentic period figures exhibit distinct signs of aging, including hand-tool gouge marks, structural wood shrinkage, natural oxidisation of the timber, and historical woodworm flight holes.

A large carved wooden figure creates an arresting architectural focal point when positioned in a quiet corner, entrance hallway, or library against neutral backgrounds and minimalist furniture.

Keep the wood in a climate-controlled environment with stable humidity to prevent splitting. Dust regularly with a soft dry brush and apply a clear microcrystalline wax sparingly to protect the timber surface.
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