Madonna and Child Enthroned, Handcrafted Maple Wood Sculpture

SKU: 1937600A02000C

Madonna and Child Enthroned, Handcrafted Maple Wood Sculpture

€131,45 €262,90

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Fine Wood Ortisei

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Hand-carved details

Color variations C - Colored maple wood Sale N - Natural maple wood Sale

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measure 20 cm Sale 40 cm

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Endowed with profound serenity, this sculpture captures the intimacy between Mary and Jesus. The Madonna, seated on her throne, inclines her head in a gesture of gentle contemplation, with her eyes semi-closed and her lips hinted at a smile, while the Child, firmly on her knee, offers a blessing with his raised hand.

The cloaks are masterfully rendered, with soft and realistic folds; the brilliant gold finishes stand out, illuminating the cloak's lining and the throne's details. The entire work is hand-painted with rich pigments, ranging from the pink-terracotta of the dress to the deep blue-grey of the mantle. The faces, characterized by light and natural complexions, enhance the expression of pure devotion and maternal love.

This statue is a masterpiece of Val Gardena craftsmanship. For the 20 cm and 40 cm sizes, it is carved from precious maple wood, and is available in painted or natural finish versions that enhance the wood grain. Each piece is a living testament to a sculptural tradition handed down through generations.

The iconography of the Enthroned Madonna (Maestà) emphasizes her royalty as Regina Coeli, highlighted by her solemn position and lavish golden details. Symbolic details enrich the theological message: the small bunch of grapes Mary holds in her right hand foreshadows the Eucharist and Christ's Passion, the fruit of Salvation. The globe Jesus holds in his left hand identifies him as Salvator Mundi, the Sovereign of the World. The contemplative pose of the Virgin and the Child's blessing gesture blend maternal love with divine mission.

The representation of the enthroned Madonna with Child is one of the oldest and most revered themes in sacred art, dating back to the early centuries of Christianity. This specific model, often associated with the popular name of "Madonna del Lume" (Madonna of Light) in some local traditions, fits perfectly into the sculptural tradition of Val Gardena, whose wood carving art flourished starting from the 17th century. The artisans of Val Gardena, working with local woods such as maple, have managed to keep this heritage alive, passing down carving and painting techniques that make each sculpture a unique piece of devotion and Alpine history.

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