18th C., Wood Carved Statue of Saint Peter the Apostle (French).
 
A superb, Circa 1780, oak carved, table top statue of Saint Peter the Apostle, depicted holding the Key to the Kingdom of Heaven, and the Book of the Gospels. The figure features a curly beard and hair, clad in long draped robes with visible tool marks.
 
CONDITION:
 
Wear commensurate with age. Slight historic split to the base (as shown). No major chips or breaks.