A cephalophore (from the Greek for "head-carrier") is a saint who is generally depicted carrying his or her own head. In Christian art, this was usually meant to signify that the subject in question had been martyred by beheading.
Thru' the use of Google-Fu, I can positively state that this is from Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim, Norway. More Info
Bonus - Picture of the day
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