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Sankt Matthias

Saint Matthias

apostle chosen by the remaining eleven apostles to replace Judas Iscariot. Protector of carpenters, butchers and smiths. His attribute is a halberd, signifying the way in which he died
(Wikipedia)

Paul Tönnißen
1993

Beschreibung / Description

Halbrelief des Heiligen Matthias mit einem Buch in der rechten Hand und einer Hellebarde in der linken.

Half relief of Saint Matthias on the faßade, holding a book in his right hand and a halberd in his left.

Künstler / Artist

Paul Tönnißen, Deutscher Bildhauer aus Beckum-Vellern
German metal sculptor from Beckum-Vellern (Website).

Stichworte / Tags

Lage / Location (N 52°2'7" - E 6°49'21") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: denw1342; Photograph: 24 May 2026
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