Hand-Painted Bisque Figure of the Virgin of Luján, in Domed Reliquary Vitrine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Spanish Hand-Painted Bisque Marian Devotional Figure in Original Mahogany Domed Vitrine, Buenos Aires, Circa 1900, Two Pieces: the devotional figure and the Reliquary Case This Spanish hand-painted bisque Marian devotional figure in its original mahogany domed vitrine is a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century Catholic devotional art, retaining its complete presentation with the original glazed display case, elaborate gilt halo, richly dressed figure, and period rosary. Measuring 18.5 inches high, the Virgin stands before a remarkable architectural aureole bearing painted inscriptions referencing "La Virgen de Luján," the patroness of Argentina, suggesting the figure was created for the Argentine devotional market while reflecting Spanish artistic traditions. The serene figure is modeled in finely hand-painted matte bisque porcelain with delicately sculpted facial features, expressive downcast glass eyes, softly blushed cheeks, and gracefully carved hands emerging from luxurious embroidered vestments. She wears flowing ivory satin robes embellished with blue floral embroidery, gilt metallic lace cuffs, antique lace edging, and a matching veil cascading over her shoulders. Draped between her hands is an original antique rosary...
Early 20th Century Argentine Spanish Colonial Bonded Furniture
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