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Large Terracotta Figure of Mary C.1920
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Large Terracotta Figure of Mary C.1920

1900 - 1920
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Large terracotta figure of the Virgin Mary c.1920. Standing 48" tall. Full length figure of Mary in white robes her arms open in compassion and blessing. Stood on a half globe (13" diameter at the base) representing the earth and crushing below her feet a serpent with the apple of sin in it's mouth. In terracotta with painted face and gold detail to the robes. Very good condition.

Dimensions: Width 19" Height 48" Depth 13"

Physical Dimensions
Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

Collinge Antiques has dated this Terracotta Virgin Mary Figure to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1046755
Dealers Internal Reference
36979
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Description
Large terracotta figure of the Virgin Mary c.1920. Standing 48" tall. Full length figure of Mary in white robes her arms open in compassion and blessing.
Stood on a half globe (13" diameter at the base) representing the earth and crushing below her feet a serpent with the apple of sin in it's mouth.
Collinge Antiques

In terracotta with painted face and gold detail to the robes. Very good condition.

Dimensions: Width 19" Height 48" Depth 13"

Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

Collinge Antiques has dated this Terracotta Virgin Mary Figure to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1046755
Dealers Internal Ref
36979
Collinge Antiques
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Archive I A large painted terracotta figure of the Virgin Mary wearing flowing white drapery with gold trim, standing atop a rounded pedestal base.

Large Terracotta Figure of Mary C.1920

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Archive X A large painted terracotta figure of the Virgin Mary wearing flowing white drapery with gold trim, standing atop a rounded pedestal base. View X
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North Wales
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A large painted terracotta figure of the Virgin Mary wearing flowing white drapery with gold trim, standing atop a rounded pedestal base.
Large Terracotta Figure of Mary c.1920
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A large painted terracotta figure of the Virgin Mary wearing flowing white drapery with gold trim, standing atop a rounded pedestal base.
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Terracotta devotional statues gained popularity in European ecclesiastical art during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Crafted from fired clay, these sculptures provided a versatile medium for artists to depict sacred figures with detailed drapery and expressive features, often painted or gilded for display in churches and private chapels.

These figures were modelled or cast from clay, fired in kilns, and subsequently finished with layers of paint, gesso, or gold leaf accents. Terracotta allowed for refined moulding of delicate features, such as flowing garments and facial expressions, before decorative pigments were applied to the exterior.

Authentic pieces from this period often exhibit characteristic surface wear, delicate craquelure in the painted finish, and evidence of hand-applied gilding along garment trim. Additionally, terracotta figures typically display mould seams, structural hollows, or maker marks near the base.

A large terracotta figure functions as a striking focal point when set against minimal, textured backgrounds or positioned within an alcove or entry hall. Combining historical ecclesiastical sculptures with clean-lined architectural elements creates a curated, eclectic atmosphere.

Clean the surface gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth or a delicate natural-bristle brush to remove dust without disturbing friable paint or gilding. Avoid using water, chemical detergents, or abrasive solvents, as liquid exposure can soften pigments and damage the underlying terracotta clay.
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