Column Statue of an Apostle

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second half 12th century · Stone (Encrinite) · Medieval Art

Column statues showing apostles began to appear in France and northern Italy from the mid-twelfth century onward. Too large to have come from a cloister—like the sculpture opposite from Saint-Denis—this column may have supported a pulpit or tomb. The Romanizing philosopher type with scroll suggests the figure represents Saint Paul.

Artist: Unknown
Date: second half 12th century
Medium: Stone (Encrinite)
Culture: North Italian
Department: Medieval Art
Credit line: The Bequest of Michael Dreicer, 1921

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