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Saint Sebastian
$1500

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Beautiful primitive-style hand carved image representing Saint Sebastian with multiple arrows tormenting him while being prosecuted for being a Christian. He was not killed by these arrows as Saint Irene nursed him back to health; as she urged him to flee Rome, he returned back to fight against the orders of Diocletian but was then condemned to die hit by clubs. Still, a very sweet expression can be seen in his face as he was known for his beauty. Gorgeous black painted eyes and fine nose and ear carvings highlight his face. A tin-made aureole represent his holy status. Many layers of paint can be seen on this piece, a sign of the years that the piece has overcome. The image has sandals and a golden/black painted cloth to dress him as he stands next to a tree in a maroon painted stand. Saint Sebastian is the Patron Saint of Archers and can be invoked against plagues. In Guatemala he is also invoked against the common earthquakes. He is honored on the 20th of January. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping.

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Age: Approximately carved in the 1940’s.
Ethnic Group: K’iché
Origin: San Sebastián, Retalhuleu
Materials: Wood
Use: Religious Image
Technique: Hand carved
Size: Approximately: 21 x 12” x 7”
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