Baroque Polychrome Wooden Virgin with Period Silver Crown, 18th Century

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This Spanish Virgin, dating from the late 18th or early 19th century, is carved in polychrome wood (face and hands) … Read more This Spanish Virgin, dating from the late 18th or early 19th century, is carved in polychrome wood (face and hands) with a body prepared for dressing. The image retains rich antique textiles in brocade and silk, lace, and jewelry, along with original earrings. Its original period silver crown is particularly noteworthy, a piece of fine metalwork that lends nobility and authenticity to the ensemble. The carving, with its delicate and serene expression, reflects the late Baroque and Rococo tradition of Spanish Marian imagery, making it a work of great interest to collectors and specialized galleries. 51 cm high, 26 cm wide, crown 8 x 10 cm, 71 cm with base See less