Saint Othmar with Grapes Figurine

by Demi Art

$208.00
Original Karl Demetz Saint Othmar with Grapes Figurine Models protected by Law. Imitations legally prosecuted.

Hand carved in Maple wood and hand painted by professional artists. Made in Italy. St Othmar with Grapes Figurine is available in various sizes, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@italianwoodcarvings.com for more information.

Feastday: November 16th

Symbols and Imagery: shown as an abbot with grapes due to the legend that the men who removed his body from its original grave where very thirsty, but the wine in their only barrel did never finish, regardless of how much they drank.

Patron saint of the city of Saint Gall

Othmar was born in 689 and became monk and then priest, before being appointed abbot of the Benedictine Abbey of St. Gall. He rebuilt the hermitage of the Irish monk Saint Gall and is often referred to as the founder of the monastery. It is said, that he also built the school of the abbey and cared for the sick and poor by building an almshouse and a hospital. Othmar died in exile on the island of Werd in Lake Constance, where he had to flee after false accusations made by two neighboring nobles. When his body was removed from its original grave, it was completely intact

Saint Othmar with Grapes Figurine

Shipping & Handling

6" and smaller, $8.00 USD Shipping within U.S.A.
8" and up, $12.00 USD Shipping within U.S.A.
Orders over $300.00 - Free Shipping within U.S.A.
International Orders Shipping Fees calculated based on weight & size.

Shipping usually takes 3-5 days within U.S.A. for items in stock, if an item has to be backordered or shipped directly from work shop in Italy shipping may take 2-3 weeks.

Insured

We pack very well, usually double box for smaller sculptures. If a carving does get damaged during shipping, please let us know within three days of receipt - we will replace any damaged items.