Sorrowful Virgin Mary Baroque Church | 1700s | 35.4"
An expressive, large-scale polychrome wooden sculpture depicting the Virgin Mary (Mater Dolorosa) in an attitude of sorrowful contemplation, originating from a Baroque devotional ensemble or ecclesiastical setting. The sculpture displays the characteristic expressiveness of Baroque European religious woodcarving, combining restrained facial modelling with animated drapery and a strong devotional presence. The reverse is extensively hollowed, revealing traditional woodworking techniques associated with historic altar sculpture. The polychromy, with its softened colours, surface wear and visible age-related imperfections, contributes to the sculpture's atmospheric appearance.
General: The statue’s overall dimensions are 35.4 inches (90 cm) high and 13 inches (33 cm) wide.
Condition: The statue is in good condition - surface wear and visible age-related imperfections, contributes to the sculpture's atmospheric appearance. Please see the enclosed images for the condition description.
