Large Crown of the Virgin in Gilded Brass and Colored Glass Cabochon, 19th Century

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Large 19th-century religious crown in gilded brass and colored glass cabochons – Virgin Mary Ornament or Sacred Statue

Large 19th-century … Read more Large 19th-century religious crown in gilded brass and colored glass cabochons – Virgin Mary Ornament or Sacred Statue

Large 19th-century crown of the Virgin Mary in gilded brass and colored glass cabochon

A crown, not fit for a queen, but for a saint!

Entirely handcrafted in repoussé and chiseled gilded brass at the end of the 19th century and set with glass cabochons imitation gemstones in shades of ruby ​​red, emerald green, amber yellow, and crystal white, this rare piece of French folk religious craftsmanship is prized in collections of sacred art and devotion.

Designed to adorn a statue of the Virgin Mary in a church, this crown is typical of French school sacred art: it is imagined surmounting a Madonna dressed in rich robes, in the subdued light of a chapel or oratory.

This crown was likely diverted from its original use as a sacred decoration to be used as a theatrical prop during the 20th century, or used during processions, with real people wearing it, personifying characters from biblical stories such as the Virgin Mary, explaining its slight signs of wear.

Fortunately, it remains in very good condition; only a glass cabochon on the side is missing.

Lovers of 19th-century devotional objects and religious crafts, don't wait any longer! Treat yourself to this marvel for your collection today!

Dimensions
→ Height: 10 cm
→ Exterior width x length: 19 x 22 cm
→ Interior width x length: 15 x 18 cm
→ Weight: 400 grams See less