The Madonna of the Immaculate Heart is one of the most touching and cherished representations in Marian devotion. This sculpture, created with the mastery that distinguishes Val Gardena craftsmanship, captures a moment of sublime welcome and serenity.
Observe the grace of the figure in an upright pose: the gentle and serene face, the eyes slightly lowered in a gesture of profound humility. The hands are open and turned outwards, offering a silent invitation to prayer. The candid dress and veil, embellished with subtle gold borders, fall in soft and realistic folds, testifying to the care for detail and sculptural expertise that only the Dolfi tradition can offer.
The focal point is the Immaculate Heart, painted in a vivid red and surrounded by golden flames or thorns, a symbol of purity and ardent Marian love. The base, composed of stylized clouds in delicate pastel shades, adds an ethereal and celestial touch to the work, which rests on a solid dark pedestal.
Materials and Artisan Craftsmanship: This statue is available in colored (C) or natural (N) finishes and in a wide range of sizes, from shelf-sized to monumental. It is carved using precious local woods from Val Gardena: it is made of Maple Wood for sizes up to 56 cm, an ideal wood for rendering intricate details, and in Linden Wood for larger dimensions, which allows for the creation of imposing works up to 200 cm.
