Saint Charles Borromeo Figurine 8" Available Now and Ready to Ship!

Original Karl Demetz Saint Charles Borromeo Figurine Models Representation and portrayal: represented as cardinal with a red cardinal robe and holding a cross. At his feet, there is a poor man. Hand carved in Maple wood and hand painted by professional artists. Made in Italy. Born in Italy, Charles was sent to a Benedictine abbey at the age of twelve. His Uncle was the pope and he decided to make him the Secretary of State and Pius' legate. When his beloved brother died, he decided to dedicate his life to God and was ordained a priest. Later on, he was made bishop and then cardinal archbishop of Milan from 1564 until 1584. He fought against the Protestant Reformation and had great influence on the Counter- Reformation. He even introduced seminaries for the education of the clergy. Charles Borromeo died of a fever in 1584. Patron Saint of arts, spiritual directors, seminarians, spiritual leaders and learning. Feastday: November 4 When did St. Charles Borromeo live: in the sixteenth century Biography: Charles was born in Italy and sent to a Benedictine abbey at the age of twelve. When his uncle Pius became pope, he became his Secretary of State and Pius' legate. When his beloved brother died, he decided to dedicate his life to God and was ordained priest. Later on, he was made bishop and then cardinal archbishop of Milan from 1564 until 1584. He fought against the Protestant Reformation and had great influence on the Counter- Reformation. He even introduced seminaries for the education of the clergy. Charles Borromeo died of a fever in 1584. Patronage: Saint Charles Borromeo is patron saint of learning, arts, spiritual leaders, seminarians and of spiritual directors. Statues and woodcarvings from Val Gardena representing St. Charles Borromeo- portrayal, symbolism and emblem: St. Charles is represented as cardinal with a red cardinal robe and holding a cross. At his feet, there is a poor man. Shipping and Handling: 1-2 business days. International Orders Shipping Fees calculated based on weight & size.