Virgin Of Pain, Mater Dolorosa, XVIII Eme Century In Marble

Impressive Carrara marble bust, representing life-size a virgin of sorrows or Mater Dolorasa. French or Italian school from the mid-18th century.
this bust is of high quality and gives off a very intense spirituality.
the sculptor knew with great virtuosity how to make palpable the pain of the Blessed Virgin, when she sees Christ dead on the cross.
she is at the foot of this cross and expresses her grief accompanied by Saint John.
the pain and grief that emanate from this sculpture testify to the strength of the love she has for her son.
a sculpture carrying great emotion.
it is reminiscent of certain representations of Mary Magdalene found in Roman churches.
it rests on a white marble piedouche.
A small restoration on the nose and on the veil. we deliver and ship worldwide, please contact us for a precise quote.