Sculpture, Niño Jesús Salvator Mundi - 60 cm - Wood

Boy with the globe in Salvator Mundi pose. Made of carved wood, polychromed and gilded. Spain, 17th century. It is depicted bearing the Arma Christi, or Instruments of the Passion, which in Christian symbolism represent Christ’s suffering, while also alluding to the weapons with which He defeated the Demon. In this piece we can observe the ladder, the nails, the hammer, the crown of thorns, the ladder, the spear of Longinus, the staff with the sponge, and the column to which He was bound. The sculpture rests on its original pedestal. This type of pieces were part of churches, private chapels, and monasteries, seeking through art to bring Christian symbolism closer to the faithful. Origin: private collection in Spain. State of preservation: good overall condition; according to photographs. Dimensions: 60 cm high x 27 cm wide. Safe packaging.

Estimation:1.700€

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