Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Mid-Century Modern and objects

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A large & important Orientalist oil on canvas painting

The bronze is raised on the original green alabaster socle shaped plinth

Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Mid-Century Modern and objectsA 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