Statue of Saint Jacques - Santiago, 16th century

A 16th-century stone statue of Saint James (Santiago), depicting the apostle in a posture of calm and dignity. The treatment of the face, with its restrained yet expressive features, testifies to the influence of the Iberian Renaissance and remarkable skill in stonework. The folds of the garment are finely executed, creating a balanced interplay of volumes and giving the whole a strong sculptural presence. A slight crack is visible on the back, but it does not affect the stability or the overall impression of the work. The quality of the modeling and the attention to detail on all sides indicate that this sculpture was most certainly intended to be viewed from multiple angles.