NEW HAND CARVED WOODEN PATRON SAINT GREAT MARTYR BARBARA STATUE SCULPTURE FIGURE

Description: IMPORTANT: Please contact me before you bid or pay to get the exact handling and shipping dates! It's possible that the item will need to be painted first in the size you are interested in. NEW HAND CARVED WOODEN PATRON SAINT GREAT MARTYR BARBARA STATUE SCULPTURE FIGURE Polychrome finish, painted and 24 carat gold plated by hand. Reflecting personally on the saint: Saint Barbara, often referred to as the Great Martyr Barbara, is a Christian saint and martyr whose story is imbued with elements of legend. Her veneration dates back to the 7th century, although her historical existence is subject to debate due to the lack of reliable historical evidence. She is celebrated in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and the Roman Catholic Churches, and she is one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers in Roman Catholicism. According to tradition, Barbara was born in the mid-3rd century in Heliopolis, a city in Phoenicia. She was the daughter of a wealthy pagan named Dioscorus, who was deeply protective of her. To shield her from the outside world and potential suitors, he secluded her in a tower. During her isolation, Barbara came into contact with Christian teachings and converted to Christianity in secret. When Barbara’s father discovered her conversion, he became furious. Her faith led her to make modifications to a bathhouse her father was constructing; she changed its two windows to three, symbolizing the Holy Trinity. Upon learning of her conversion and her defiance, her father denounced her to the local authorities. She was tortured in an attempt to force her to renounce her faith but remained steadfast. Eventually, she was condemned to death by beheading, and, according to legend, her own father carried out the execution. Following her death, her father was struck and killed by lightning, which was seen as divine retribution for his actions. Saint Barbara is often depicted with a tower, a palm branch, and sometimes a chalice or a cannon. She is considered the patron saint of artillerymen, miners, engineers, and others who work with explosives because of her legendary end and the lightning strike associated with her story. Her feast day is celebrated on December 4th. Saint Barbara is invoked against thunder and lightning and all accidents arising from explosions of gunpowder. She is a powerful figure in Christian iconography, symbolizing unwavering faith in the face of persecution. Dimensions available: 8"10" 12" 14"18"24"* *Please contact me! Materials and Technique: full round sculptural hand carved out of the finest wood Technique used surface: painted and 24 carat gold plated by hand Place of Origin: Italy Date of Manufacture: Brand new! Condition: Please view the photos as they are part of the description. Authentic and genuine from Italy! Please view the photos as they are part of the description. US & Global Shipping by DHL with Secure Tracking! Prompt Shipment & Professional safe packaging guaranteed! Trusted Seller with 100% positive Feedback Payments:Easy & Secure via ebay payments Handling time: 3 to 4 days guaranteed after the payment is received Your questions are welcomed! Recent Ratings

Price: 199 USD

Location: Riedstadt

End Time: 2025-01-05T19:13:17.000Z

Shipping Cost: 35 USD

Product Images

Item Specifics

All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Unit of Sale: Single Piece

Signed: No

Material: Wood

Subject: Christ, Nuns, Saint

Type: Sculpture

Format: Statue

Year of Production: 2024

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Style: Folk Art

Theme: Religious

Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy

Production Technique: Carving

Handmade: Yes

Time Period Produced: 2020-Now

Available Variations

Color: 12 in

Price: 349 USD

Available Quantity: 1

Quantity Sold: 0

Color: 8 in

Price: 199 USD

Available Quantity: 1

Quantity Sold: 0

Color: 10 in

Price: 249 USD

Available Quantity: 1

Quantity Sold: 0

Color: 14 in

Price: 549 USD

Available Quantity: 1

Quantity Sold: 0

Color: 18 in

Price: 1199 USD

Available Quantity: 1

Quantity Sold: 0