St. Francis of Assisi in His Tomb

sculpture by Mena

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The sculpture "St. Francis of Assisi in His Tomb" was created by the Spanish sculptor Pedro de Mena in the late Baroque style. Mena was known for his polychromed wood sculptures, and this particular work is noted for its simple yet moving depiction of the saint.1

St. Francis of Assisi was an Italian friar from the 13th century, renowned for his life of ascetic poverty and dedication to Christian charity. He founded the Franciscan order and is venerated as a patron saint of Italy, ecology, and animals. His tomb is located in the Basilica di San Francesco in Assisi, Italy.2345

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…but very moving statue of St. Francis of Assisi in His Tomb in the Toledo cathedral, and a Dolorosa at Cuenca cathedral and another Dolorosa (1673, Madrid, Descalzas Reales), both expressing their motif with remarkable poignancy.
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…but very moving statue of St. Francis of Assisi in His Tomb in the Toledo cathedral, and a Dolorosa at Cuenca cathedral and another Dolorosa (1673, Madrid, Descalzas Reales), both expressing their motif with remarkable poignancy.
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