"Quimper Virgin After Childbirth, Breton Folk Art"
Virgin of Childbirth AVM (Ave Maria). These small statues were placed at the bedside of women about to give birth. The Virgin's crown is hollowed out so that a candle could be placed inside throughout the labor. Very good condition.
Quimper XIXth Century
Height: 22 cm
Le Magazine de PROANTIC
TRÉSORS Magazine
Rivista Artiquariato