How old is my madonna figure?

Dating relies on stylistic clues, tool marks and the choice of timber. Earlier pieces often display Gothic or Renaissance drapery, while later versions adopt nineteenth-century revival or folk art characteristics. Examining the wood preparation and any remaining gesso or polychrome layers helps confirm the historical period.

Where were these figures placed?

Original locations included church altars, monastic chapels and domestic shrines for private prayer. Wall sculptures hung in specific devotional spaces within religious buildings. Smaller figures travelled for processional use or served travellers in portable altars.

How should I care for wooden sculptures?

Keep wooden sculptures away from direct heat sources and dramatic humidity fluctuations. Stable environmental conditions prevent the timber from splitting and protect fragile gesso. Dust gently with a soft dry brush and avoid applying liquid polishes to historic surfaces.

What is a santos figure?

A santos figure is a carved devotional statue representing a holy person, commonly found in Spanish colonial traditions. These statues played a central role in private and public religious rituals. They often feature articulated limbs or specialised stands for traditional vestments.

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An antique wooden madonna figure is a carved devotional representation of the Virgin Mary, sought after for its spiritual depth and historic craftsmanship.

Large Sculpture of Mary & the Infant Christ C.1960

1920 - 1940

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Large Sculpture of Mary & the Infant Christ C.1960

From Collinge Antiques

£995

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19th century

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Early 19th Century Santos Figure

From The House of Antiques

£3,895

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18th century

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An Unusual 18th Century Hardwood Carving of Madonna and Child

From Hansord Antiques

£1,800

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A Carved Oak Wall Sculpture of Madonna and Child

1900 - 1920

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A Carved Oak Wall Sculpture of Madonna and Child

From Carradale Farm Antiques

£675

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Large Sculpture of Mary & the Infant Christ C.1960

Early 19th Century Santos Figure

An Unusual 18th Century Hardwood Carving of Madonna and Child

A Carved Oak Wall Sculpture of Madonna and Child

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