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Exceptional High Relief in Royal Yellow Marble depicting St. Michael the Archangel and the Dragon, worked and carved by hand, 19th century, Venice.
The work captures the moment in which the Saint is about to pierce with his sword the demon, the dragon, metaphorically Lucifer, with the intent to drive him out of the kingdom of heaven. The images of Archangel Michael driving out the demon are allegorical. The angels try to oppose his work in the world.
Lucifer would have been the most important of the angels, but he did not want to depend on God, so Hell was born, because God to give his creature what he wanted, he drove him out of his realm and allowed him to become the God of his own kingdom, or Hell.
The work comes from a private collection in the city of Venice, a collection that collected in a large hall beautiful marble works of saints and religious figures. In particular this sculpture was coupled with another depicting St. George (they were often depicted together).
To underline the care of details and particulars (incredible fineness of the face, hands, wings and clothes), the majesty of the creation transmits strength and light.
Above the veining and patina of marble, a real wedding favor.
Of excellent workmanship and high quality craftsmanship, lot more unique than rare.
Perfect proportions, sculpture of generous measures and weight quite high, however, all this makes this masterpiece is unique and exclusive in its kind.
Optimal if hung on the wall, although the work can stand even without supports.
Magnificent and spectacular throughout, classic representation of good fighting and overcoming evil.
It is in excellent overall condition, completely intact in all its parts.
In case of shipment will be shipped with sturdy wooden crate and appropriate packaging to ensure the complete integrity.
Shipping throughout Italy, Europe and the Rest of the World at very low prices, safe and traceable.
Also available the withdrawal at our warehouse.
Measures:
- Width 47 cm
- Length 83 cm
- Maximum thickness 8 cm
Weight 55 Kg.
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