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Saint Martin Sharing His Cloak with a Beggar, Rome 17th Century
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Ref : 129502
3 500 €
Period :
17th century
Provenance :
Italy
Medium :
Ivory
Dimensions :
L. 7.48 inch X H. 12.99 inch X P. 3.07 inch
Religious Antiques  - Saint Martin Sharing His Cloak with a Beggar, Rome 17th Century 17th century - Saint Martin Sharing His Cloak with a Beggar, Rome 17th Century Louis XIV - Saint Martin Sharing His Cloak with a Beggar, Rome 17th Century Antiquités - Saint Martin Sharing His Cloak with a Beggar, Rome 17th Century
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Saint Martin Sharing His Cloak with a Beggar, Rome 17th Century

Exceptional ivory sculpture depicting “Saint Martin Sharing His Cloak with a Beggar,” Rome, late 17th century, circa 1680.

Private collection, provenance from a distinguished collector.

In perfect condition.

Dimensions:

Sculpture with base: H. 33 × W. 19 × D. 7.8 cm.

Ivory sculpture: H. 23.8 × W. 16.5 × D. 7.4 cm.

The sculpture we present displays exceptional craftsmanship, distinguished by its remarkable finesse, meticulous attention to detail, and masterful carving.

Such sculptural groups were highly prized by prominent Italian and European collectors during the 17th and 18th centuries.

Historical Background:

Saint Martin, then serving as a Roman soldier, encounters a beggar shivering from the cold. He cuts his cloak in two with his sword and gives half to the poor man. According to Christian tradition, this episode took place before his conversion to Christianity.

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