Notre Dame De Metz Terracotta Print Signed Jacques Martin, 1900s

Large statuette, proof in biscuit terracotta, unglazed, of Our Lady of Metz, original signed by the artist Jacques Martin in hollow on the side of the base. Old, early 20th century, circa 1900-1930, the Metz statue dating from 1924. Very beautiful level of detail, large Virgin and Child standing on octagonal base, natural color of unglazed terracotta, shade of brick and pale orange. 38cm high, approximately 12cm wide, approximately 14cm deep max. Partial amateur restoration, the forearm and hand of the Child have been recreated, hand in a different position from the original, the area around, arms of the Virgin, shoulder of the Child, part of the back are of a slightly lighter color and a little smoother because painted. Overall quite discreet, visible especially up close for the trained eye and especially at the back on the back of the child. Other than that, there is a crack on the sleeve at the back of the child's shoulder, and a small, discreet repair on the bottom of the toga behind the foot at the back. Discreet. The rest is in very good condition. Approximately 1.700 kg.