Meerschaum Bas-relief Depicting "jesus And The Children" - Napoleon III.

Meerschaum bas-relief depicting "Jesus and the Children" - Napoleon III.

This is a meerschaum (magnesite) or kaolin bas-relief depicting a religious subject, "Jesus and the Children."

The meerschaum gives the relief an ivory appearance.

It depicts a delicate scene of evangelical inspiration, characterized by a harmonious composition and refined detail.

The central figure of Christ, seated and wrapped in soft draperies, is surrounded by children in an affectionate and devotional pose, a symbol of innocence and protection.

The work is set in a thick, contemporary circular frame in ebonized wood, which enhances the color contrast and depth of the relief.

Meerschaum, a material prized between the 19th and early 20th centuries for its lightness and fine workmanship, lends the overall work a distinctive sculptural softness.

Good state of preservation, with minor signs of aging consistent with its age.

Antique patina.

An object of sacred art and domestic devotion, of certain interest as a collector's item and a decorative object.

Dimensions: 16 cm