Madonna with Child in Wood Carved Wood, 1950s

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Description

An intense and expressive 20th-century sacred sculpture in the round, hand-carved from a single block of solid wood with a … Read more An intense and expressive 20th-century sacred sculpture in the round, hand-carved from a single block of solid wood with a glossy amber finish. It depicts the Virgin Mary embracing and protecting the Baby Jesus, with fluid, enveloping features rendered sculptural by the deep, intricate draping of her robes. It rests directly on the original trunk, leaving the wood's natural growth rings exposed.

Details and Specifications:

Type: Sacred Sculpture / Tabletop Statue in the Round

Subject: Motherhood / Madonna and Child

Attribution / Origin: Italian Artistic Craftsmanship (Made in Italy)

Materials: Hand-carved and polished solid wood

Period: Vintage (20th Century)

Dimensions: Base 13.5 x 10 cm | Height 36.5 cm

Condition:

Excellent vintage condition. Completely intact, solid, and well-preserved sculpture, enhanced by a warm, lustrous patina. Natural base with perfectly intact grain and texture of the living wood.

Please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to best 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.

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