When I Was Hungry and Thirsty Statue by Timothy Schmalz

When I Was Hungry and Thirsty Statue by Timothy Schmalz Inspired by the Gospel of Matthew 25:40, this sculpture is a visual representation of Charity. It tells us that we need to see Christ in the poor and the hungry and that we should see our acts of kindness to them as kindness to Him.
A hooded figure sitting cross-legged, gesturing to an empty offering bowl. There is a nail mark in the gesturing hand, revealing the figure to be Jesus in the guise of a homeless person. The inscription reads: "Truly, I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me. Les aseguro que todo lo que hiciste por unos de mis hermanos, aun a los más pequeños, lo hiciste por mi. Matthew 25:40. Hank & Barb Waters. Sculptor: Timothy Schmalz"
Inspired by the Gospel of Matthew 25:40, this sculpture is a visual representation of Charity. It tells us that we need to see Christ in the poor and the hungry and that we should see our acts of kindness to them as kindness to Him. This solid resin-stone cast is coated in a realistic bronze finish and is mounted on a solid matt black base. Timothy personally sculpts every original small masterpiece complete with his signature or monogram. Each replica is detailed by hand to the exacting standards of this modern day master sculptor.

Miniature Replica Size: (7.5 inch tall x 6 inch wide x 6 inch deep)

Short Artist Biography

For over 25 years, Timothy has been sculpting large scale sculptures. He is a figurative artist with his pieces installed worldwide. Some of his most reputed pieces are installed in historical churches in Rome and at the Vatican. Timothy describes his most important work as visual translations of the Bible. Although most of his work is based upon a spiritual theme, he also creates large, complex public sculptures in bronze. Some of these include monuments that honor veterans and firefighters. Timothy strives to create epic artwork that connects with viewers through design and details that not only touch the viewer on an emotional level, but also allow them to feel somewhat a part of the piece.

PLEASE NOTE.
The Art Work is Missing a small plate on the right side of the statue, and it is in GREAT vintage condition with no damages.