Superbly Carved & Highly Decorative 18th Century Polychrome & Gilt Figure, Probably Saint John of Nepomuk

Name: Superbly Carved & Highly Decorative 18th Century Polychrome & Gilt Figure, Probably Saint John of Nepomuk
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1184585
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A superbly carved and highly decorative mid 18th century (circa 1760) Continental polychrome and gilt figure, probably of Saint John of Nepomuk.

This carved figure depicts St John of Nepomuk standing in his gold and blue robes with textured gold cloak holding a biretta (religious hat).

St John of Nepomuk (1345-93) was a Saint of Bohemia (Czech Republic), he was born in the small market town of Pomuk (later renamed Nepomuk) which belonged to a Cistercian abbey. He studied at the University of Prague and later canon law at the University of Padua.

He was drowned in the Vltava river at the command of King Wenceslaus IV of Bohemia for refusing to divulge a confession from the Queen, due to this he is considered the first martyr of the Seal of the Confessional and due to the manner of his death is known as a protector from floods and drowning.

This carving is in very good original condition for age (as shown on the images the index finger on his right hand missing), is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 36'' / 91.5cm

Width: 28'' / 71cm

Depth: 12'' / 30.5cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

91.5cm (36.02")

Width

71cm (27.95")

Depth

30.5cm (12.01")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1184585

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS1020

Dealers Notes

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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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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Description

A superbly carved and highly decorative mid 18th century (circa 1760) Continental polychrome and gilt figure, probably of Saint John of Nepomuk.

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This carved figure depicts St John of Nepomuk standing in his gold and blue robes with textured gold cloak holding a biretta (religious hat).

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Superbly carved & highly decorative 18th century polychrome & gilt figure, probably Saint John of Nepomuk — fig 1. Superbly Carved & Highly Decorative 18th Century Polychrome & Gilt Figure, Probably Saint John of Nepomuk

St John of Nepomuk (1345-93) was a Saint of Bohemia (Czech Republic), he was born in the small market town of Pomuk (later renamed Nepomuk) which belonged to a Cistercian abbey. He studied at the University of Prague and later canon law at the University of Padua.

fig 2. Superbly carved & highly decorative 18th century polychrome & gilt figure, probably Saint John of Nepomuk — fig 2. Superbly Carved & Highly Decorative 18th Century Polychrome & Gilt Figure, Probably Saint John of Nepomuk

He was drowned in the Vltava river at the command of King Wenceslaus IV of Bohemia for refusing to divulge a confession from the Queen, due to this he is considered the first martyr of the Seal of the Confessional and due to the manner of his death is known as a protector from floods and drowning.

fig 3. Superbly carved & highly decorative 18th century polychrome & gilt figure, probably Saint John of Nepomuk — fig 3. Superbly Carved & Highly Decorative 18th Century Polychrome & Gilt Figure, Probably Saint John of Nepomuk

This carving is in very good original condition for age (as shown on the images the index finger on his right hand missing), is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or collection.

Size:

Height: 36'' / 91.5cm

Width: 28'' / 71cm

Depth: 12'' / 30.5cm