Saint Amable, polychrome poplar wood, France, 18th century
Description
Polychrome wooden sculpture from the center depicting Saint Amable. Saint Amable of Riom was a Latin presbyter, he was among the first pastors of Rium. Tradition tells that at his voice snakes and demons fled, often the images and medals that depict him bear the inscription "Demons flee as well as snakes and fire".
Dimensions
HxWxD 82cm x 31cm x 16cm
Provenance
Private collection
Conditions
Defects, missing parts and restorations.