20th Century Sacred Sculpture Madonna with Child in Carved Wood by Bethlehem Amir, 1950s

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A fine hand-carved wooden sculpture, an authentic example of holy land craftsmanship dating back to the 1960s.

subject and craftsmanship: … Read more A fine hand-carved wooden sculpture, an authentic example of holy land craftsmanship dating back to the 1960s.

subject and craftsmanship: the work depicts a maternity (madonna and child): the virgin is portrayed seated, wrapped in a soft veil, tenderly holding the baby jesus on her lap. The sculpture is made of wood (most likely olive), characterized by warm, intense, and highly decorative grain that follows the figure's curves, conveying a sense of movement and naturalness. The carving style is soft and smooth, free of sharp edges, typical of local artistic tradition.

origin and markings: the original stamp certifying its provenance and authenticity is located under the base:

firemark: "amir" (probably the artisan's or workshop's signature).

oval stamp: "hand made in bethlehem" (handmade in bethlehem).

technical details and condition:

· subject: madonna and child.

· material: solid wood (olive).

· origin: bethlehem (palestine / holy land).

· period: vintage (1960s).

· dimensions: base 18 x 10.5 cm - height 20 cm.

· condition: excellent vintage condition. The wood is healthy, nourished, and retains a beautiful natural luster.

note for collectors: olive wood sculptures from bethlehem are highly prized for their spiritual significance and the intrinsic beauty of the material. This piece, signed "amir," stands out for the sweetness of the expression and the quality of the hand-carved work. Ideal for the christmas season or as a permanent piece in a religious art collection.

please note that any white areas in the photo shoot are due to reflections from artificial lighting, used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

the item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

it is sold "as is," and the and photographs are accurate.

this piece has an attribution mark,
i am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
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