Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Recently Added This very fine oil painting

This very fine oil painting depicts "The Puerta del Sol" (Gate of the Sun) in Toledo

His earliest professional experiences were as an illustrator

below are twin ormolu handles with floral and acanthus decoration and a central floral rosette

the compass in brass and gimbled

The vessel having a raised unglazed foot

Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Recently Added This very fine oil paintingA 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