17C French Ivory Relief, Saint Sebastian02 Ivory Carvings, from Bible stories! 17th Century. With Footnote, # 15

17C French Ivory Relief Plaque
Saint Sebastian
Ivory
6–1/4" x 4–1/4"
Private collection

17th century carved ivory relief depicting St. Sebastian being released from the tree. According to tradition, he was rescued by Irene of Rome. In this unusual depiction, he is shown being untied by cherubs. His body shows several puncture marks from the arrows that were shot into him…

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