Large Continental Wood Satue of Saint Joseph Holding the Christ Child

Early 19th century, carved wood, polychrome painted and gilt, with glass eyes, masterfully carved sculpture depicting the Christ child touching the sacred heart and held by Saint Joseph, appears unmarked.

Approximately 60 1/2 x 19 x 20 in.

Private Collection, North Carolina

Scattered craquelure, loss and marks to painted surfaces; some areas with later paint and gilt; scattered chips and cracking, some with repair; some loss to right hand fingers of Christ child.

$2,000 - 4,000