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GERMAN SCHOOL (19th century), Saint Alphonsus Liguori—circa 1830’s, Oil on
oak panel, Unsigned, 12.5 inches x 9 inches (32 x 23 cm), Estimate
$400-$700, St. Alphonsus Liguori is a Doctor of the Church, founder of the
Congregation of the Holy Redeemer (Redemptionists). A musician, painter,
poet and author, he is perhaps best known for his contribution to the
moral theology. He was canonized in 1831, about the period of this
painting. He is patron of confessors, theologians, moralists and
vocations. |
