🌿 Product Description
A special and distinctive religious statue: this old Belgian wooden saint statue of Saint Anthony the Abbot dates from the 1940s/50s and is richly executed with beautifully detailed woodcarving.
The saint is recognizable by the pig at his feet, a traditional symbol referring to Anthony the Great. In Christian tradition, he is known as a hermit and is revered as the patron saint of livestock and protector against the so-called St. Anthony's Fire.
The inscription "St. Anthonius Herentals Neerpelt" is on the pedestal, possibly referring to the Belgian origin and devotion surrounding this saint.
The statue is in beautiful, intact condition and has a warm appearance that fits perfectly into a religious collection, prayer corner, or display cabinet with antique devotional objects.
A charming and authentic piece for lovers of Catholic art and vintage religious statues.
🕯️ Details
Saint statue of Saint Anthony the Abbot
Origin: Belgium
Period: 1940s/50s
Material: wood (carved)
Inscription: “St. Anthonius Herentals Neerpelt”
Detailed woodcarving
Beautiful vintage condition
Dimensions
Height: 24 cm
Pedestal: 10 × 7.5 cm
🎁 Perfect as
✔ Religious collectible
✔ Catholic decoration
✔ Prayer corner or home altar
✔ Gift for lovers of saint statues
✔ Vintage religious art
