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Saint John of the Cross Figurine Models

Imagery and Representation: shown as a Carmelite friar with a book and cross. Hand carved in Maple wood and hand painted by professional artists. Made in Italy. John was born as the third son to a family of weavers in 1542. After being educated at the Jesuits-college, he entered the order of the Carmelites and was later ordained. John was captured by some friars of his order, because he wanted to renew the rules of his order. He was tortured and blamed for false accusations and couldn't attend mass anymore. Fortunately, thanks to the guidance of the Holy Virgin, he escaped to a convent of Theresa of Avila. Later on he became rector of the college in Baeza and the prior of a monastery in Granada. St. John of the Cross is also known for his writings.

Patron Saint of Spanish authors

The St John of the Cross Figurine is available in various sizes and finishes.

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

Feast day: December 14

When did St. John of the Cross live: 1542 - 1591

Biography:
John was born as the third son to a family of weavers in 1542. After being educated at the Jesuits-college, he entered the order of the Carmelites and was later ordained. John was captured by some friars of his order, because he wanted to renew the rules of his order. He was tortured and blamed for false accusations, couldn't attend mass anymore. Fortunately, thanks to the guidance of the Holy Virgin, he escaped to a convent of Theresa of Avila. Later on he became rector of the college in Baeza, the prior of a monastery in Granada. St. John of the Cross is also known for his writings.

Patronage: St. John of the Cross is patron saint of Spanish authors

Statues and wooden sculptures representing St. John of the Cross - portrayal, imagery and emblem: St. John of the Cross is shown as a Carmelite friar with book and cross.

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