Saint Joseph and Child

Half Life-Sized, 3'  Edition of  7
Also available in 20" model, Edition of 10
Installation: Our Lady of the Snow Catholic Church
Granby, Colorado

 Research shows the carpenter to have been over 70 years in age when he took on the responsibility of Mary and Child.   This was to be a stepchild, and as such this sculpture pays tribute not only to fathers but also to stepfathers.  It portrays unconditional love between father and son. 

 Models for this sculpture included a stepfather and son.  The father, a homebuilder is also a carpenter.  The infant is modeled after his newly adopted son.  Toes wiggle and a dimple adorns the child’s chin.

In this edition, Saint Joseph tenderly cradles the Infant in broad hands with the tools of the carpenter laid at his feet.  A prayer shawl, shown only on the 3’ version, speaks to Joseph’s background as an orthodox Jew.  

All of our work is done in house except for the slurry mold and the bronze pour.  Half life-sized sculptures in bronze generally start at $9,000 and can take over a year to complete.  Existing editions can generally be produced more rapidly, though the supply is limited.  In the tradition of limited editions, once the edition is exhausted, the molds are retired.  Please contact the artist with your ideas for a price estimate, and scheduling options. All prices are subject to change without notice.