Sculpture, baby Jesus (1) - Wood - 18th century
Very rare and exclusive sculpture of Baby Jesus, in hand-carved wood, from 1700. Exclusive item for connoisseurs and collectors Description: a finely hand-carved wooden sculpture from the 18th century. The ancient Greeks and Romans used to swaddle their babies, this procedure is confirmed by numerous biblical references. The body of Jesus in this case, is represented without limbs, as if it was swaddled and it is not coated. Due to its age, the item requires restoration. The pictures are an integral part of the item’s description. Dimensions: approx. 13 x 4 cm (as per photo) . Accurate packaging and worldwide tracked shipping via express courier.
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Very rare and exclusive sculpture of Baby Jesus, in hand-carved wood, from 1700. Exclusive item for connoisseurs and collectors Description: a finely hand-carved wooden sculpture from the 18th century. The ancient Greeks and Romans used to swaddle their babies, this procedure is confirmed by numerous biblical references. The body of Jesus in this case, is represented without limbs, as if it was swaddled and it is not coated. Due to its age, the item requires restoration. The pictures are an integral part of the item’s description. Dimensions: approx. 13 x 4 cm (as per photo) . Accurate packaging and worldwide tracked shipping via express courier.