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Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands

Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands

$ 224.4

Availability: 25 in stock
  • Material: Wood
  • Religion: Christianity
  • Figure: Saints
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Condition: There are some age-related minor scratches/scuffs, chips, loss of paint on the wood; in general, well-worn, antique condition.
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Spain

    Description

    Antique 18th Century Santos Doll, One Pair of Petite Sacred Hands
    Date: 18th – Possibly Early 19th Century
    Material: Wood
    Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 inches;
    Width: 1.5 inches
    Condition:
    There are some age-related minor scratches/scuffs, chips, loss of paint on the wood; in general, well-worn, antique condition. Please see photographs for details before purchasing. Be sure to ask any questions that you may have or request additional photos. Priced to sell.
    Provenance: Private Collection
    Note: Incredibly realistic as shown on close-up photos.
    These Petit Santos hands measure 3,5 inches from fingertip to wrist. They are perfect for a small display, or as accents on a mantle or tabletop; one hand by itself or lay them together as a precious pair.
    Literature
    The Santos dolls take their name from the Spanish word for Saint and are also known as Santons (French) and Santibelli (Italian). The Santos that started the genre of dolls we currently represent (primarily Spanish Colonial and Western European style), were originally started as copies of 17th century carvings by priests. Originally, Santos were created for use as in-home altars. They were needed in small villages that did not have a priest, as well as for when it was not possible to travel to church, such as during times of war. Their development flourished in Europe in the 1700's and 1800's, primarily due to these wars. Santos dolls are closely related to the Crèche figures, which were implemented in Italy by St Francis of Assisi, during the 13th century. However, the Crèche are primarily associated with Italian and French nativity and crib scenes. Crèche scenes are still elaborately displayed throughout Italy and in parts of France, most notably in Provence.
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