Item no. 1219361630798
Price depends on size and finish: 151 € – 7.244 €
Delivery time approx. 3–4 weeks · insured shipping from South Tyrol
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St Christopher is one of the best-known patron saints of the Christian tradition. His name means “Christ-bearer” – and it is exactly this central message that the statue shows so impressively: with a powerful stride, Christopher carries the Child Jesus through the water. The scene stands symbolically for the readiness to shoulder heavy burdens for others, to accompany people on their way and to give protection where there is uncertainty or danger. The walking staff points to the journey through life that every person makes in their own way.
The gestures and the eye contact between the saint and the Child convey trust, strength and care. While Christopher represents physical strength, the Child Jesus stands for spiritual guidance and inner orientation. Together they form a powerful motif that has been found for centuries at doors, on paths, in hallways or in vehicles – wherever people wish for protection and support.
In churches and chapels, St Christopher is often present as an emblem of assistance and protection on journeys. But in the home too, for example in the entrance area or in family prayer rooms, this statue has a strong symbolic effect. As a gift it is especially suitable for travellers, family members, those being christened, first communicants or people to whom you wish spiritual company and security on their way. The motif unites spiritual depth, cultural familiarity and a universally understandable message: no one walks their path alone.
The statue of St Christopher is made entirely in the workshops of Val Gardena, a region that has been known for centuries for its sacred woodcarving. The basis is selected, air-dried lime wood, a wood that, thanks to its fine, homogeneous structure, is especially well suited to expressive statues with deep folds of the robe, clear body contours and filigree details. The blank is first roughly cut to size, before in the fine cut all the characteristic features – the powerful build, the walking staff, the water and rock structures and the delicate facial features of the Child Jesus – are worked out one by one.
After carving, the statue is carefully sanded and then treated further depending on the finish required. The natural version shows the pure grain of the wood and reproduces the carving unaltered. Stained finishes emphasise the carved pattern and give the statue a warm, harmonious tone. The hand-painted variant is built up in several layers: each part of the robe, the skin tones and the water and landscape elements are coloured by hand. Gold accents add final highlights to the robes and details. The antique genuine gold leaf version uses real gold leaf on a gesso ground, which produces a slightly aged, characteristic craquelé effect.
All working steps – from the choice of wood through cutting to size and hand carving to the painted finish and final inspection – take place 100% in Val Gardena/South Tyrol. The strict quality control and the close link between traditional craft and modern precision make every statue a unique piece of lasting value. Depending on the series, the statue may have a certificate of origin or carry the Val Gardena quality label, which confirms regional manufacture.
This combination of craft care, regional tradition and high-quality materials produces a statue that is not only spiritually significant but also outstanding as craftwork. Every single finish bears the unmistakable character of pure handwork and makes this depiction of St Christopher a valuable piece of sacred woodcraft.
| Motif | St Christopher with the Child Jesus–Material: wood from the Gardena Valley – mainly lime wood, depending on size also maple or Swiss stone pine–Production: hand-carved in Val Gardena, South Tyrol–Finishes: natural, multicolour stained, hand-painted, antique genuine gold leaf–Heights: 20, 30, 40, 60, 85, 115 cm–Origin: Italy (South Tyrol)–Workshop article number: 6210 |
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| Origin | Italy |
| Item number | 1219361630798 |
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Shipping: Hand-carved statues arrive insured, directly from the workshop in South Tyrol, to Germany and Austria only for €6.90. Delivery time approx. 3–4 weeks.
Returns: The statutory 14-day right of withdrawal applies. Please report any transport damage to us within 48 hours with a few photos, and we will sort out everything else.
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+49 30 2178 2502 (German & English)Hand-carved statues come to you insured directly from the workshop in South Tyrol, to Germany and Austria for €6.90. Delivery time is approx. 3–4 weeks.
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Yes, the 14-day statutory right of withdrawal applies. If anything is damaged in transit, please tell us within 48 hours and include a few photos.
