Saint Hedwig Figurine

Original Karl Demetz Saint Hedwig Figurine Models  This is a very beautiful statue of Saint Hedwig carved in selected Maple wood and hand painted in permanent water colors. The realism of this figurine is truly stunning. The sculpture shows all classical features with complete follow through in detail. This wood carved Saint Hedwig Figurine is available in different sizes and finishes. Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@italianwoodcarvings.com for more information. Feastday St. Hedwig: October the 16thWhen did St. Hedwig live: 1174 - 1243Biography of St. Hedwig:St. Hedwig was born around 1174 in Andechs, Germany, as a daughter of Berthold IV and Agnes of Rochlitz. St. Hedwig was also related to St. Elizabeth of Hungary, she was her aunt. At the age of twelve she moved to Silesia, because she was married to duke Henry I, the head of the Polish Royal family. They had seven children, but one was killed fighting against the Mongols. At the request of Hedwig, the duke Henry