Bidspirit auction | Spanish Colonial Polychrome Wood Santo

Spanish Colonial Polychrome Wood Santo - Date: 18th to early 19th century Origin: Spanish Colonial Materials: Carved wood, gesso, polychromy, and gilding Form: Santo figure Description: A Spanish Colonial carved wooden santo, possibly representing Saint Joseph, wearing a green tunic and ochre cloak embellished with gilt foliate ornament. The raised hand is pierced to receive a now-missing staff or devotional attribute. Constructed from joined carved wooden elements. Dimensions: 26 in. high x 10 in. wide x 7 in. deep. Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: Extensive losses to the gesso, polychromy, and gilding, with large areas of exposed wood. Major structural losses and open cavities at the lower body and torso, with cracking, seam separation, losses around the neck and shoulders, and missing fingers and attributes. Numerous holes and deteriorated areas are consistent with historic insect activity. Current activity has not been determined. Stabilization is recommended before shipping or extensive handling.