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Figure of a saint, 17th century, Spain, "St. Augustine", with mitre and bishop's cloak, staff and book, Madrid c. 1670, carved in full relief, hollowed inside, two fingers missing, patina of age, with certificate, h. 147 cm, (note shipping instructions)

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Figure of a saint, 17th century, Spain, "St. Augustine", with mitre and bishop's cloak, staff and book, Madrid c. 1670, carved in full relief, hollowed inside, two fingers missing, patina of age, with certificate, h. 147 cm, (note shipping instructions)

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