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Beautiful vintage Italian hand-carved wood Saint Francis of Assisi figurine, featuring the beloved patron saint of animals and nature with a bird in his hand and another bird at his feet.
This small religious statue is especially charming because of its miniature size and delicate hand-carved details. Measuring only approximately 4.1 inches tall (10.5 cm), it has a refined, collectible scale that makes it ideal for a small display shelf, prayer area, religious collection, curio cabinet, desk, or devotional space.
The figure is carved from real wood and hand painted in warm natural tones. Saint Francis is shown wearing his traditional Franciscan robe with a corded waist, halo, raised blessing hand, and birds—classic symbolic elements associated with St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, birds, nature, and ecology.
The underside is marked Italy, supporting its Italian origin. No maker name is visible, so this piece is being listed simply as a vintage Italian hand-carved religious wood figurine rather than attributed to a specific workshop or brand.
Because of its compact size, hand-carved construction, traditional religious subject, and Italian origin, this piece would make a wonderful addition to a collection of Catholic religious art, Christian statues, vintage Italian carvings, saint figurines, devotional objects, folk art, or miniature wood sculptures.
Approximate Measurements:
Height: 4.1 in / 10.5 cm
Base width: approx. 2.25 in
Weight: approx. 8.5 oz
Condition:
Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related surface wear, paint wear, small marks, and patina consistent with an older hand-painted wood carving. Please review all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the exact condition of the piece.
A lovely and distinctive vintage St. Francis of Assisi hand-carved wood statue made in Italy, especially appealing for collectors looking for a small, finely detailed Catholic saint figurine with birds.
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