Spanish Colonial | Carved Wooden Christ Figure | Devotional Relic | Circa 16th Century

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  • 16th century Spanish Colonial carved wooden Christ figure with aged devotional wear
  • 360-degree view of a 16th century Spanish Colonial carved wooden Christ figure, showing expressive carved features, heavy devotional wear, and traces of original polychrome surface.
  • Antique Spanish Colonial religious sculpture with traces of original polychrome
  • Early Colonial carved wooden Christ relic showing historic erosion and patina
  • Rare Spanish Colonial devotional Christ figure from the 1500s with relic-like presence
  • Museum-quality Spanish Colonial wooden Christ sculpture with centuries of age
  • Weathered 16th century wooden Christ figure with expressive carved features
  • Authentic Spanish Colonial religious artifact with original surface remnants
  • Antique Colonial-era Christian devotional carving with historical deterioration
  • Dramatically aged 16th century wooden Christ figure used in early missionary worship
  • Relic-like Spanish Colonial devotional sculpture with strong emotional presence
16th century Spanish Colonial carved wooden Christ figure with aged devotional wear
360-degree view of a 16th century Spanish Colonial carved wooden Christ figure, showing expressive carved features, heavy devotional wear, and traces of original polychrome surface.
Antique Spanish Colonial religious sculpture with traces of original polychrome
Early Colonial carved wooden Christ relic showing historic erosion and patina
Rare Spanish Colonial devotional Christ figure from the 1500s with relic-like presence
Museum-quality Spanish Colonial wooden Christ sculpture with centuries of age
Weathered 16th century wooden Christ figure with expressive carved features
Authentic Spanish Colonial religious artifact with original surface remnants
Antique Colonial-era Christian devotional carving with historical deterioration
Dramatically aged 16th century wooden Christ figure used in early missionary worship
Relic-like Spanish Colonial devotional sculpture with strong emotional presence

Spanish Colonial | Carved Wooden Christ Figure | Devotional Relic | Circa 16th Century

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Spanish Colonial (likely Central / South America)
Material: Hand-Carved Wood with Traces of Original Polychrome
Period: Circa 16th Century

Description

A profoundly evocative Spanish Colonial carved wooden Christ figure, dating to approximately the 16th century. Originally part of a larger crucifix display, this devotional sculpture reflects the early Catholic missionary presence and artistic traditions of the New World. Despite its losses, the figure retains remarkable emotional and spiritual presence, with defined facial features, deeply carved torso, and traces of original surface treatment still visible beneath centuries of age and devotional use.

Features

- Early Spanish Colonial religious carving

- Expressive sculptural form with defined anatomy

- Traces of original polychrome and surface treatment

- Powerful relic-like character and presence

- Historically important devotional artifact

- Museum-level study example of early Colonial craftsmanship

Cultural Significance

Created during the formative centuries of Spanish colonial expansion, devotional carvings such as this served as powerful religious icons and instruments of faith. Today, they stand as compelling historical witnesses to cultural exchange, craftsmanship, and lived spiritual experience in the Colonial world.

Condition

Heavy historical wear consistent with extreme age and devotional handling. Surface erosion, wood loss, worming, and structural deterioration are present. Arms and lower feet are missing. Old mounting hardware remains at the back. Stability is fair for careful display, and the relic-like quality greatly enhances authenticity, presence, and academic value.

Dimensions

Approximately 15 inches high

Age

Circa 16th Century

Learn More

Learn more about Spain’s Colonial Empire in the Americas and the cultural and religious influences that shaped Colonial devotional art.

Explore more sacred relics and devotional artifacts in our curated Artifacts of Worship & Devotion Collection

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Spanish Colonial (likely Central / South America)
Material: Hand-Carved Wood with Traces of Original Polychrome
Period: Circa 16th Century

Description

A profoundly evocative Spanish Colonial carved wooden Christ figure, dating to approximately the 16th century. Originally part of a larger crucifix display, this devotional sculpture reflects the early Catholic missionary presence and artistic traditions of the New World. Despite its losses, the figure retains remarkable emotional and spiritual presence, with defined facial features, deeply carved torso, and traces of original surface treatment still visible beneath centuries of age and devotional use.

Features

- Early Spanish Colonial religious carving

- Expressive sculptural form with defined anatomy

- Traces of original polychrome and surface treatment

- Powerful relic-like character and presence

- Historically important devotional artifact

- Museum-level study example of early Colonial craftsmanship

Cultural Significance

Created during the formative centuries of Spanish colonial expansion, devotional carvings such as this served as powerful religious icons and instruments of faith. Today, they stand as compelling historical witnesses to cultural exchange, craftsmanship, and lived spiritual experience in the Colonial world.

Condition

Heavy historical wear consistent with extreme age and devotional handling. Surface erosion, wood loss, worming, and structural deterioration are present. Arms and lower feet are missing. Old mounting hardware remains at the back. Stability is fair for careful display, and the relic-like quality greatly enhances authenticity, presence, and academic value.

Dimensions

Approximately 15 inches high

Age

Circa 16th Century

Learn More

Learn more about Spain’s Colonial Empire in the Americas and the cultural and religious influences that shaped Colonial devotional art.

Explore more sacred relics and devotional artifacts in our curated Artifacts of Worship & Devotion Collection

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