Original Karl Demetz 

Saint Robert Figurine Models

Symbols and Imagery: shown as a Cistercian abbot with a crook, small church model, and holding a book in his right hand. Hand carved in Maple wood and hand painted by professional artists. Made in Italy. Saint Robert was born in Yorkshire (northern England) and studied in Paris. After graduating he became a secular priest, then a Benedictine-monk, and later joined the Cistercian Order. He became abbot of Newminster, the monastery founded by him, and successfully set up further monasteries in England. It is said that he especially cared for the poor. Saint Robert died after a fulfilling life in 1159. It is rumored  miracles have occurred at his grave.

This St Robert Figurine is available in various sizes and finishes.

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

Feast Day: June 7

When did Saint Robert live: in the twelfth century

Biography of St. Robert:
Saint Robert was born in Yorkshire (northern England) and studied in Paris. After graduating, he became a secular priest, Benedictine-monk and later joined in the Cistercian Order. He became abbot of Newminster, the monastery founded by him, and successfully set up further monasteries in England. It is said that he especially cared for the poor. Saint Robert died after a fulfilling life in 1159. It seems like miracles occurred at his grave.

Statues and woodcarvings of Saint Robert - representation, symbolism and emblem: Saint Robert is shown as a Cistercian abbot with crook, small church model and holding a book in his right hand.

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