Antique Santos Head, Possibly Spanish Colonial, 19th Century or Earlier

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This carved wooden head depicts a bearded male figure with long, flowing hair and deeply modeled features characteristic of religious … Read more This carved wooden head depicts a bearded male figure with long, flowing hair and deeply modeled features characteristic of religious sculpture. The piece sits mounted on a brass rod affixed to a rectangular wooden base, allowing it to be displayed as a standalone object.
Possibly Spanish Colonial, 19th century or earlier. Santos, or saint figures, were central to Catholic devotional art throughout Spanish colonial territories, often carved from local woods and used in both private chapels and public worship spaces. If you'd like to learn more about our products, please visit our university page for more information. See less