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Burggasse 13 (7.)
(Haus 'Zum heiligen Josef')

Sankt Joseph mit Jesus

Saint Joseph with Jesus

the husband of the Virgin Mary and the earthly father of Jesus Christ (in distinction to God, his "heavenly father")
(Wikipedia)

2nd half 18th century

Description

Baroque statue of Saint Joseph with Jesus in a corner niche.

Depictions of Saint Joseph

Joseph is usually depicted as a bearded man in a classic robe. His attributes are:

A lily
Carpenter's tools

He can be accompanied by Jesus

as an infant in his arms
as a young boy standing next to him

Sources & Information

Wikipedia, Liste der denkmalgeschützten Objekte in Wien/Neubau.

Locatie (N 48°12'14" - E 16°21'19") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: atwi071; Photograph: 10 September 2012
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