Late Gothic sculpture of St Christina
Circa 1500 - 1550
Flemish
W 7 1/2" × H 22 3/4" × D 4 1/4"
Stock # Marh2940
£4,250.00
Late Gothic walnut sculpture with fine original polychrome decoration depicting St Christina.
Christina the Astonishing, also known as Christina Mirabilis, was a Christian holy woman born in Brustem, Belgium. Christina is primarily known for her legendary resurrection during her funeral mass, and numerous other miracles attributed to her during her life.