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Saint Magnus of Fussen with Dragon Figurine Models

Symbols and Imagery: Shown as abbot with a crook, pectoral cross, and little dragon, which he apparently defeated at the gorge of Robhaupton. Hand carved in Maple wood and hand painted by professional artists. Made in Italy. Magnoald or Mang was a missionary saint in southern Germany who founded the Abbey of Füssen and became the first abbot. He is still widely venerated because of his many miracles and he was even given the title of apostle in Switzerland.

Patron saint of the Allgau, Fussen and Kempton, and for the cattle, against eye diseases, snake bites, worms, rats, field mice and vermin

This St Magnus of Fussen with Dragon Figurine is available in various sizes and finishes.

Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@italianwoodcarvings.com for more information.

Feastday: September 6

When did St. Magnus of Füssen live: probably in the eight century, there is no certain record

Biography of St. Magnus of Füssen:
There is just very little certain information about the life of St. Magnus of Füssen, also called Magnoald or Mang. He was a missionary saint in southern Germany who founded the Abbey of Füssen and became his first abbot. He is still widely venerated because of his many miracles and he was even given the title of apostle in Switzerland.

Patronage: St. Magnus of Füssen is patron saint of the Allgäu, Füssen and Kempten, and for the cattle, against eye diseases, snake bites, worms, rats, field mice and vermin

Statues and woodcarvings representing St. Magnus of Füssen - portrayal, imagery and emblem. St Magnus is shown as abbot with crook, pectoral cross and little dragon, which he apparently defeated at the gorge of Roßhaupten.

Shipping and Handling:

Shipping time frame- 2-3 weeks.

International Orders Shipping Fees calculated based on weight & size.

Because the statues we list are hand made and painted in Italy by Italian artists, we custom import your statue from Italy for you.  We generally have weekly bulk shipments of statue orders being sent from Italy.  Once you order a statue you can generally expect it to arrive in about 3 weeks, allowing for international and domestic shipping times.   

If you need a statue sooner, you can take a look at what is currently available in our "Ready To Ship" collection of statues available here in the states, which we can ship out in 1-2 days. 

For statues 12" or larger, nativity sets over $350, or crosses and crucifixes 18" or larger, drop shipping from Italy is available to get your item quicker, but starts at $35 and goes up from there.  Drop shipping from Italy can get your item to you usually in about 7-10 days.  If you are interested in this option, please email us.  

Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@italianwoodcarvings.com for more information.

updated 6.27.2025