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Rare processional sculpture depicting the Souls in Purgatory with an interceding ecclesiastical figure, carved in polychrome wood, Italy, 18th century.

The composition depicts three souls engulfed in the flames of Purgatory while a religious figure pours a stream of water in a symbolic gesture of mercy, spiritual refreshment, and consolation for the souls in Purgatory.

The presence of the ancient lower graft confirms the work's processional use, likely part of a devotional or confraternal display.

The sculpture retains its original ancient polychrome, with widespread wear, abrasions, and gaps consistent with its age and ritual use, elements that contribute to the work's strong atmospheric and reliquary character.
Subsequently mounted on a wooden base.
Dimensions:

Total height 60 cm (23.6")

Width 20 cm (7.9")

Depth 16 cm (6.3")

An object with a strong iconographic and theatrical impact, particularly interesting for collectors of devotional art, religious Wunderkammer, and popular Baroque sculpture.