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Antique Polychrome Concrete Statue of Our Lady of Lourdes
Description:
This large-scale devotional sculpture depicts the Virgin Mary as Our …
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Antique Polychrome Concrete Statue of Our Lady of Lourdes
Description:
This large-scale devotional sculpture depicts the Virgin Mary as Our Lady of Lourdes, featuring traditional iconographic elements including a faded blue ribbon at the waist and rosary beads draped over the forearm. The original polychrome finish displays extensive weathering, with significant paint loss revealing the concrete substrate beneath. A particularly striking area of bare concrete appears as a horizontal strip on the face.
The statue's heavily distressed surface exhibits all-over craquelure and paint loss consistent with prolonged outdoor exposure. The piece retains strong visual impact despite its weathered condition, with the patina of age contributing to its devotional character. Because of the advanced paint chipping, there will most likely be shedding while in transit. Please be advised.
Condition Notes:
- Structurally intact but extremely heavy
- Active surface deterioration present
- Paint loss likely to continue
- Requires careful handling and stable display conditions
Materials:
Hand-cast concrete with mineral pigment finish
Dimensions:
26.25"H x 7.4"W x 5.5"D (66.7 x 18.8 x 14 cm)
Historical Context:
This statue represents a typical example of 19th century Catholic devotional objects, originally created for shrine displays. The extensive weathering suggests decades of outdoor veneration, possibly in a grotto setting.
Conservation Note:
Presented in unrestored condition to preserve its authentic history of use and devotion. The natural deterioration of the surface materials forms part of the object's narrative.
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- Dimensions
- 26.25ʺW × 7.4ʺD × 5.5ʺH
- Styles
- Religious
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Mythology
- Pop Culture
- Period
- 1950s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Polychrome
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- The statue's heavily distressed surface exhibits all-over craquelure and paint loss consistent with prolonged outdoor exposure. The piece retains strong … moreThe statue's heavily distressed surface exhibits all-over craquelure and paint loss consistent with prolonged outdoor exposure. The piece retains strong visual impact despite its weathered condition, with the patina of age contributing to its devotional character. Because of the advanced paint chipping, there will most likely be shedding while in transit. Please be advised. less
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