Antique Spanish School Polychromed Carved Wood Baroque Style Shrine of Madonna With Child in Giltwood Niche, 18th Century

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Exquisite Antique 18th Century Spanish School Polychromed Carved Baroque Style Wood Shrine of a Madonna With Child in Giltwood Niche. … Read more Exquisite Antique 18th Century Spanish School Polychromed Carved Baroque Style Wood Shrine of a Madonna With Child in Giltwood Niche. Extraordinary polychromed, carved wood 'Madonna with Child' in a carved, giltwood niche. The statue is in high relief featuring a flowing red and blue robe in a polychrome finish. The Madonna or Virgin Mary has wonderful carving details throughout the dress, skin and facial expressions and a rich antique patina. The Child is settled on Mary’s proper right hip rather than her left. Niche features an angel at the pedestal base, carved Corinthian columns, scroll work, and a burgundy silk velvet background in the Spanish Baroque period style.

Measurements:
Madonna 6"W x 4"D x 13.75"H
Niche 19.75"W x 6"D x 26.5"H

In good antique condition considering age and history. Zoom in on photos to see any imperfections including loss of polychromed finish and a mended velvet background. See less