Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Recently Added A Fine antique French gilded

A Fine antique French gilded bronze lidded urn/wine cooler

a renowned French portrait miniature artist of the 19th century

His earliest professional experiences were as an illustrator

12" diameter X 2

Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Recently Added A Fine antique French gildedA 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