Original Karl Demetz
Saint Stephen I of Hungary Figurine Models
Representation and Portrayal: shown as king of Hungary with the royal insignia, the crown, the orb and the scepter. Hand carved in Maple wood and hand painted by professional artists. Made in Italy.
Stephen the Great was born in 977 as the son of the Magyar chieftain Geza and married the daughter of Duke Henry II. He became Grand Prince of Hungary in 997 and had great influence in the spreading of the Christian religion. He actively helped build churches and donated his patronage to church leaders. In 1000, he was crowned king of Hungary by Pope Sylvester II. Nowadays, he is Patron saint of Hungary and his royal insignia represent beloved symbols of the Hungarian nation.
Patron Saint of Hungary
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Feast-day of St. Stephen I of Hungary: August 16th
When did St. Stephen live: 977 - 1038
Biography of St. Stephen:
Stephen the Great was born in 977 as the son of the Magyar chieftain Geza and married the daughter of Duke Henry II. He became Grand Prince of Hungary in 997 and had great influence in the spreading of the christian religion. He actively helped building churches and donated his patronage to church leaders. In 1000, he was crowned king of Hungary by Pope Sylvester II. Nowadays, he is patron saint of Hungary and his royal insignia represent beloved symbols of the Hungarian nation.
Patronage: St. Stephen the Great is the patron saint of Hungary.
Statues and wooden sculptures representing St. Stephen the Great - representation, imagery and emblem: St. Stephen is shown as king of Hungary with the royal insignia the crown, the orb and the scepter.
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