Saint Conrad of Constance – Hand-Carved Wooden Statue

Saint Conrad of Constance (c. 900 – 975 AD), a descendant of the noble Welf dynasty, guided the Diocese of Constance as a wise and deeply devout bishop for over forty years. He became famous for his extraordinary charity towards the poor, his promotion of art and church construction, as well as his pilgrimages to the Holy Land. This noble wooden figure brings a powerful symbol of fidelity, unwavering serenity, and divine protection into your home.

Product Features & Iconography

Our wooden statue of Saint Conrad stands out for its fine, traditional craftsmanship, perfectly capturing the solemn legacy of the medieval bishop:

• The Attributes: Depicted in classic episcopal vestments, complete with a mitre and crosier. In his hands, he holds his most famous attribute: a chalice with a spider. This symbol recalls a famous miracle and represents a profound trust in God.

• Premium Material: Carved from durable sycamore maple with a fine grain (for smaller sizes) or from noble, first-choice linden wood (for medium and large-scale sculptures up to 90 cm).

• Finishes: Available in Natural (untreated wood), Multi-toned (shaded and finished with a protective wax stain), or Hand-painted with Real Gold (decorated by hand with high-quality oil paints and refined gold leaf accents).

• Origin: High-quality traditional art craftsmanship, created to ensure exceptional durability across generations.

Product Details & Specifications

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

When is the feast day of St. Conrad?

The liturgical feast day of Saint Conrad in the Catholic Church falls on November 26. His feast day is celebrated with particular solemnity in the Lake Constance region and throughout southwestern Germany.

Why is St. Conrad depicted with a chalice and a spider?

This attribute is linked to the famous "legend of the spider": it is said that during a solemn Easter Mass, a poisonous spider fell into the chalice of already consecrated wine. Out of deep reverence for the Sacrament and with absolute trust in divine protection, Conrad drank the wine along with the spider. According to the legend, after the Mass, the spider crawled out of his mouth completely unharmed, becoming a symbol of how the Saint was untouchable by evil or harm.

What is St. Conrad the patron saint of?

Saint Conrad is the patron saint (along with Saint Gebhard) of the Diocese of Constance, which is today part of the Archdiocese of Freiburg. In popular tradition, he is invoked to seek protection against pests and harmful insects. Furthermore, he is considered an inspiring model for maintaining calmness and serenity in difficult situations.

What is the best way to clean and care for a wooden statue?

To protect this natural product from cracking or warping, the statue should not be placed near direct heat sources (such as radiators) or exposed to intense, direct sunlight. For regular cleaning, a soft, dry brush or a lint-free cloth is more than sufficient. Please do not use liquids or chemical cleaning agents.

Why This Wooden Statue is a Meaningful Addition

This artistically finished wooden sculpture of St. Conrad of Constance makes an ideal and profound gift for a Name Day, an anniversary, or as an expression of a connection to the Christian traditions of the Lake Constance area and the Alpine region. It integrates harmoniously into both classic and modern interiors, adding a timeless, spiritual accent to any room.

Available versions and sizes:

natural Natural wood not treated

stained Stained and treated with pastel paints

stained 3 col. Stained with at least 3 shades of color and treated with pastel paints

color Colored with oil paints and gilded with gold leaf

real gold Colored with acrylic colors on a chalk background and gilded with 18 carat gold