Saint Savina of Troyes or Saint Syra

Unknown

1510–20 · Limestone with paint · Medieval Art

The early Christian saints Savina and Syra were both venerated in Champagne, where they were similarly represented as youthful pilgrims, with characteristic hat, staff, and bag. Both often hold open books, as well as palms, though only Savina was a martyr. This example is close to several sculptures still in churches in the Troyes region, particularly to one believed to be Saint Syra in Rigny-le-Ferron.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1510–20

Medium

Limestone with paint

Culture

French

Department

Medieval Art

Credit line

Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917