Spanish Colonial Santo Head of St. Francis of Assisi - 9.5" H

Beautiful 100+ year old antique Spanish Colonial santo portrait head of St. Francis of Assisi. This example features a traditional mustache and beard, a delicate nose, well carved ears, light eyebrows and deep set eyes. It has a lovely light to golden brown varied patina with areas of white pigment encrusted throughout the sculpture. A very fine and rare example perfect for the collector. The drilled hole on the underside of the head indicates that it may have been attached to a life-sized Santo.

The piece is free standing and comes with a black wooden base for presentation. Perfect for a range of interior settings from Traditional, Spanish Colonial, Southwestern... to Eclectic or Religious-Inspired.   

Place of Origin: Philippines 

Date of Manufacture: Spanish Colonial, late-18th Century  

Condition: Excellent 

Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures.  

Dimensions:  

Santo: 9.5 in H X 5 in. W X 6 in. D

Base: 6.75 in. L X 6.75 in. W X 1.75 in. H

Total: 11.25 in. H

Reference:

A Heritage of Saints - Colonial Santos in the Philippines by Esperanza Bunag Gatbonton

Casa Manila

Museum of Philippine Arts & Culture

Philippine Colonial Tradition of Sacred Art by Renè B. Javellana

University of Santo Thomas Museum

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