The Age of Oak - 9th April 2025
Lot 45
A LARGE MEDIEVAL ELM FIGURE OF ST FIACRE
Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £15750
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Description
A LARGE MEDIEVAL ELM FIGURE OF ST FIACRE
POSSIBLY ENGLISH, EARLY 15TH CENTURY
carved standing wearing a hood over his habit, holding a bible and spade
86cm high
Provenance
The Howard Collection of Oak and Works of Art.
Catalogue Note
Saint Fiacre was an Irish priest, abbot, hermit and gardener of the seventh century who was famous for his sanctity and skill in curing infirmities. He is the patron saint of gardeners.