179 - Saint Peter with the Key and the Bible. Hispanic religious sculpture. 16th century

Saint Peter with the Key and the Bible. Hispanic religious sculpture. 16th century Polychrome wood. Dimensions: 57 cm high x 32 cm wide. Sculpture of Saint Peter, conceived as a freestanding figure on an octagonal base, depicted standing with a slight contrapposto and a solemn demeanor, holding the key to Paradise in his right hand and the Bible in his left—iconographic attributes that reinforce his apostolic authority. The face, with its elongated features and introspective gaze, is framed by curly hair and a full beard, both rendered with profound artistic skill. He wears a tunic cinched at the waist with a carved belt and a wide cloak that falls in angular, well-structured folds, creating a rhythmic interplay of volumes. The original polychromy, now faded, retains visible traces that accentuate the reliefs and the anatomy. The carving reveals a solid and expressive technique, typical of late Renaissance Spanish religious sculpture, with formal influences from the late Gothic period. A 16th-century work of remarkable devotional quality and sculptural presence. Source: Wilkinson’s, May 26, 2010. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights. Lot is located in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipment: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required.