Aouze, church - statue
This statue most likely represents Saint Barbara, a Christian martyr often associated with architects, engineers, and firefighters. Here are the distinctive elements that allow this identification:
The tower in her left hand:
The tower is the main attribute of Saint Barbara, because, according to her legend, she was locked in a tower by her father to prevent her from converting to Christianity.
The book in her right hand:
The book symbolizes her faith and education, as well as her dedication to reading the Scriptures.
The crown on her head:
The crown is a symbol of holiness and her spiritual triumph as a martyr.
The richly decorated clothing:
The patterns and ornaments on her dress are typical of representations of female saints in Christian iconography.
Photo taken in avril 2022.
