Antique French Chalkware Sculpture of Saint Joseph and Jesus as the Christ Child

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Saint Joseph has long been recognized as the patron saint of fathers, for his role as the earthly father of Jesus Christ. In this touching antique chalkware sculpture from France dating to circa 1910, Saint Joseph puts his arm protectively around the Christ Child while holding a lily branch. Jesus holds a crown of thorns and a cross in his small hands and reveals a sad yet peaceful expression as he contemplates his future sacrifice for humanity. This emotional antique sculpture would make a very thoughtful gift for Father