A 19th century German painted carved wood figure of St Ludgerus (b.742) standing holding a cathedral in one hand and his staff in the other, a duck at his feet Dimensions H 157cm. Condition Report Numerous losses to the creamy white paintwork of the mitre face and robes, the other polychrome more intact, a number of small chips and losses throughout including his left index finger. Vertical splits running down through the timber mostly in line with the folds of his robes, one notable split and loss to the base.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.