Ruins of Saint Paul's - Santo António, Macau - Relief Art Sculptures on Waymarking.com

Arguably Macau’s most famous landmark, the Ruins of St. Paul’s continue to captivate visitors centuries after it was originally constructed. Today, most tourists who visit the ruins probably only see the remains of a beautiful old church, but there’s more to its story. In fact, the ruins serve as a key reminder of Macau’s unique roots. Constructed from 1602 to 1640 by Jesuit priests who travelled to the Far East to spread Catholicism, the site originally included St. Paul’s College and the Church of St. Paul, also known as “Mater Dei”, a Portuguese church dedicated to Saint Paul the Apostle.

At the top of the façade, a dove is surrounded by stone carvings of the sun, moon and stars – a symbol of the Holy Spirit. European and Asian influences are reflected in the ruins through biblical images, Chinese characters, six Chinese lions, mythological representations, Japanese chrysanthemums, a Portuguese ship and bronze statues. Beneath the dove is a statue of Jesus, and around it are stone carvings of the implements of the crucifixion.-Ruins of St. Pauls

The sculptors name is unknown as the work was done in the 1600's by Chinese and Japanese artisans and craftsmen who were fleeing persecution at home.

Your impression of the sculpture?: Date Sculpture was opened for vewing?: 01/01/1995 Website for sculpture?: [Web Link] Where is this sculpture?: 46 Edificio Cheong Van, Santo António, Macao China Sculptors Name: Unknown

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