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An extraordinary and highly expressive wooden sculpture depicting a skeletal figure dressed in the traditional habit of a Franciscan friar, embodying the Christian concept of Memento Mori — “Remember That You Must Die.” The figure stands upon an architectural plinth, its skull emerging dramatically from the broad collar of a monastic robe. The skeletal right hand is raised, holding a long bone, while the opposite hand supports an open book upon which rests a small human skull. The friar\'s habit is secured at the waist by a knotted cord, traditionally associated with the Franciscan order and its vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. The voluminous garments are carved with vigorous, deeply modelled folds that cascade across the body, lending movement and theatrical intensity to the composition. The juxtaposition of the monastic habit, exposed skeleton, book and skull creates a powerful allegory of mortality, spiritual contemplation and the fleeting nature of earthly existence. The sculpture reflects the dramatic visual language of European Baroque religious art, in which representations of death served as reminders of the transience of worldly possessions and the importance of spiritual preparation. Its richly aged, dark brown-black surface accentuates the anatomical features and the complex interplay of light and shadow across the deeply carved drapery. The unusual iconography, expressive execution and compact yet commanding presence make this a particularly compelling example of European devotional and vanitas sculpture. Memento Mori Wooden Statue | Franciscan Friar 1700s Death Carving Figure | 13.6” ☆☆☆ Please contact me for a specialdiscount ☆☆☆ Description
An extraordinary and highly expressive wooden sculpture depicting a skeletal figure dressed in the traditional habit of a Franciscan friar, embodying the Christian concept of Memento Mori — “Remember That You Must Die.” The figure stands upon an architectural plinth, its skull emerging dramatically from the broad collar of a monastic robe. The skeletal right hand rises, holding a long bone, while the other hand supports an open book on which rests a small human skull. The friar\'s habit is secured at the waist by a knotted cord, traditionally associated with the Franciscan order and its vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. The sculpture reflects the dramatic visual language of European Baroque religious art, in which representations of death served as reminders of the transience of worldly possessions and the importance of spiritual preparation. The unusual iconography, expressive execution and compact yet commanding presence make this a particularly compelling example of European devotional and vanitas sculpture.
For a more detailed description, seethe dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; text-align: center;\">The statue measures 13.6 inches (34.5 cm) high, 7.9 inches (20 cm) wide, and 4.3 inches (11 cm) statue isingood condition, with no damage other thanage-related wear.Please see the enclosed class=\"p1\" style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: center; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(128, 128, 128); text-decoration-thickness: initial; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 18px; line-height: normal; font-family: Calibri;\">Please contact me if you want to buy this item using the LAYAWAY repayment scheme.
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An extraordinary and highly expressive wooden sculpture depicting a skeletal figure dressed in the traditional habit of a Franciscan friar, embodying the Christian concept of Memento Mori — “Remember That You Must Die.” The figure stands upon an architectural plinth, its skull emerging dramatically from the broad collar of a monastic robe. The skeletal right hand rises, holding a long bone, while the other hand supports an open book on which rests a small human skull. The friar\'s habit is secured at the waist by a knotted cord, traditionally associated with the Franciscan order and its vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. The sculpture reflects the dramatic visual language of European Baroque religious art, in which representations of death served as reminders of the transience of worldly possessions and the importance of spiritual preparation. The unusual iconography, expressive execution and compact yet commanding presence make this a particularly compelling example of European devotional and vanitas sculpture.
For a more detailed description, seethe dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.38;\">The statuemeasures 13.6 inches (34.5 cm) high, 7.9 inches (20 cm) wide, and 4.3 inches (11 cm) statue isingood condition, with no damageother thanage-related wear.Please see the enclosed class=\"p1\" style=\"margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(128, 128, 128); text-decoration-thickness: initial; font-width: normal; font-size: 18px; line-height: normal; font-family: Calibri;\">Please contact me if you want to buy this item using the LAYAWAY repayment scheme.
If you have any questionsabout the item, condition, or postage, please don\'thesitate to ask.If you would be interested in viewing / inspecting an item in person, pleasecontact me.
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we are now shipping also from our store room in continental Europe / EU !!!
The safety of my items is very important and I take extreme care when shipping.Experiencedwith packaging
items securely and dealing with fragile antiques daily, I am very careful whenpacking items and use high-quality
materials (bubble wrap, polystyrene chipsand doubleboxing where neededto provide maximum safety during
shipping. As well as this, I useFRAGILEsigns, as much as possible,to ensure the safe delivery of my goods.I
don\'t makeany money onpostage and packaging, therefore, if thepostage is less than whatyou paid, Iwill
refund youthe excessmoney.Postage charge to the UK excludes theChannel Islands,Isle of Wight, Isleof Man,
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securely packed, parcel measured and weighed. In the case of larger difference between estimated and actual
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