{"title":"Religious Figurines","description":"\u003cp\u003eA curated collection of antique and vintage hand-carved religious figurines, including Madonna and Child sculptures, folk art saints, and devotional figures from Europe. Each piece is a unique, original work of traditional religious craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-19thc-polychrome-madonna-and-child","title":"Antique 19thC Polychrome Madonna and Child – Hand-Carved Wooden Folk Art Figure","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSHIPPING INCLUDED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare hand-carved and painted wooden folk-art figure depicting the crowned Virgin Mary and the Christ Child, believed to date from the 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMary is shown with a serene, downcast expression, wearing a deep red robe beneath a long green mantle with softly carved folds. The infant Jesus sits in front of her, raising one hand in blessing. The muted gold, red, green and cream polychrome decoration is particularly attractive and gives the figure a warm, individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossibly Spanish in origin, this devotional figure was found here in France. Its simple, expressive carving and slender form are characteristic of traditional religious folk art and Santos-style figures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt measures 11.5 inches high by 2.5 inches wide and 2.25 inches deep (29.2 × 6.4 × 5.7 cm) and weighs 7 oz \/ 188 grams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe figure is in good condition and displays beautifully. There is gentle rubbing and minor wear to the painted finish, together with a few small marks and edge losses consistent with its age and handmade character. Felt has been added beneath the base. Please examine all photographs, which form an important part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful devotional sculpture for a collection of antique Catholic art, carved wooden figures or European religious folk art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage French Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64007659422073,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/8033\/7785\/files\/IMG_7115.jpg?v=1784904825"},{"product_id":"hand-carved-wooden-madonna-and-child-polychrome","title":"Hand-Carved Wooden Madonna and Child – Polychrome Religious Folk Art Figure","description":"\u003cp\u003eSHIPPING INCLUDED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive hand-carved wooden figure depicting the crowned Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus, decorated in wonderfully time-worn polychrome colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary wears a deep rose-red pleated robe and a muted gold crown, with the Christ Child held securely in her arms. The simple carving, expressive faces and rich painted surface give the figure a warm, rustic folk-art character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture is carved from a lightweight wood and measures 7.75 inches high by 2 inches wide and 1.75 inches deep (19.7 × 5.1 × 4.4 cm). It weighs 5 oz \/ 143 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts precise age and origin are uncertain, although it appears to be an older, traditionally carved devotional figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is rubbing and loss to the polychrome decoration, together with small knocks and wear around the crown, robe and base. These signs of age have been left untouched and form an important part of its appearance. Please examine all photographs carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming devotional figure for a collection of Catholic art, religious sculpture or carved wooden folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage French Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64007662207353,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/8033\/7785\/files\/IMG_7127_2.jpg?v=1784904758"}],"url":"https:\/\/vintagefrenchtreasures.com\/collections\/religious-figurines.oembed","provider":"Vintage French Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}