Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Mid-Century Modern by Rene Lalique

by Rene Lalique

Bigelow moved to New York City and first saw the work of professional painters and decided to become a professional himself

The bronze is raised on a black & white varigated marble socle plinth

Raymond Desvarreux was a talented

along with writer and Brooklynite Kurt Andersen

Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue Mid-Century Modern by Rene LaliqueA 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