St. John XXIII
€28,106.73
Pope John XXIII, remembered as the "Good Pope", is one of the most beloved figures of the modern Church. This extraordinary sculpture portrays the Pontiff who convened the Second Vatican Council and promoted peace, dialogue and fraternity among peoples. The artwork is a true one-of-a-kind piece, carved exclusively from lime wood by artisans of the Val Gardena - Dolomites and enhanced with baroque decorations and genuine gold leaf finishes.
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Pope John XXIII
Pope John XXIII, born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli in 1881, was one of the most influential figures of the twentieth-century Catholic Church. Known for his humility, kindness and pastoral spirit, he devoted his life to the Gospel and to promoting peace among nations.
Elected Pope in 1958, he quickly became known worldwide as the "Good Pope" thanks to his warmth, simplicity and closeness to ordinary people.
His pontificate is especially remembered for the convocation of the Second Vatican Council, a historic event that profoundly influenced the life of the Church and strengthened dialogue with the modern world.
This impressive sculpture depicts the Holy Father in pontifical vestments and was created as a unique piece, reflecting the excellence of sacred woodcarving from the Val Gardena - Dolomites.
The statue is carved exclusively from lime wood and enriched with baroque details and genuine gold leaf decorations. The result is a remarkable work of sacred art and devotion.
Iconography: depicted in pontifical vestments, with a pastoral staff or while giving a blessing.
Feast Day: October 11.
Patron: remembered as a model of peace, dialogue and renewal within the Church.
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Pope John XXIII, remembered as the "Good Pope", is one of the most beloved figures of the modern Church. This extraordinary sculpture portrays the Pontiff who convened the Second Vatican Council and promoted peace, dialogue and fraternity among peoples. The artwork is a true one-of-a-kind piece, carved exclusively from lime wood by artisans of the Val Gardena - Dolomites and enhanced with baroque decorations and genuine gold leaf finishes.