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What does the statue of Mary represent?

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What does the statue of Mary represent?
Generally, a statue of Mary represents the mother of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe is the son of God. Depending on the pose of the figure, Mary sculptures may have additional meanings. For example, Pieta sculptures show Mary holding the dead body of Christ and symbolize the crucifixion. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of sculptures.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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French Paris Porcelain Virgin Mary Statue, circa 1900s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Charming statuette depicting the Virgin Mary, crafted from white glazed Paris porcelain circa 1900. The delicate facial features, open hands, and subtle gilded accents lend the piec...
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Antique Early 1900s French Religious Items

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Porcelain

19th Century French Polychrome and Giltwood Virgin Mary Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
This finely carved antique devotional statue depicts the Virgin Mary in the traditional Immaculate Conception iconography.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Religious Items

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Giltwood

Vintage statue Mary with Jesus
Located in Udenhout, NL
Nice wooden and vintage statue from Mary with Jesus.
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Vintage 1940s Dutch Statues

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Wood

Wooden Statue Of Virgin Mary With Jesus
Located in Apeldoorn, NL
This exquisite is made around early 18th-century carved wooden statue of Mary and Child is a testament to the master craftsmanship of the era, likely originating from Belgium.
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Antique Early 18th Century Statues

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Wood

Carved Stone Statue of Saint Anne and Child Mary
Located in Vista, CA
Carved stone statue of Saint Anne and child Mary.
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Statues

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Stone

Large Holy Maria Statue in bronze painted plaster, Belgium 1930s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A graceful statue of the Holy Mary in bronze painted plaster in Art Deco style.
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster

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