St. Thomas Sculpture - Lowe Art Museum

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Figurative statue of Ecuadorian origin from the 19th century honoring St. Thomas. Caption: In this freestanding figure, one of Jesus' 12 trusted apostles, St. Thomas, is vividly depicted wearing blue and green robes intricately detailed with gold accents that elevate its realism. The sculpture originated in Ecuador during the 19th century and exudes a highly liturgical atmosphere. It's likely that it was part of a set featuring the 11 other apostles, known as an apostolado, which would have been displayed for a large crowd in a church. St. Thomas is also remembered as "Doubting Thomas" due to his skepticism about Jesus' resurrection after his death. This uncertainty is evident on the figure's face, showcasing a pensive expression. People may have sought solace and reassurance by praying to St. Thomas, who embodied their own doubts and fears about faith. 47 photos taken with Canon EOS Rebel T5, edited using Lightroom and ReCap Photo, then reconstructed with MeshMixer software.