Statue, ND des Victoires - 46 cm - Plaster

Notre Dame des Victoires – plaster – France - late 19th, early 20th century

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This statue of Notre Dame des Victoires is made of plaster and stands out for its rich polychrome painting with gold accents. Notably is the large openwork crown of Mary and Jesus, a version rarely found on such devotional statues.

Mary is depicted as Queen of Heaven, crowned and cloaked in a mantle with gilded decoration. She stands on a cloud base with two cherubs at her feet and lovingly holds Jesus. Her posture radiates dignity and protection, while her gaze is tenderly directed at the child.

Jesus, also crowned, stands on a world globe with stars, carried by a cloud column. His outstretched stance emphasizes his universal presence and invitation to salvation.

Notre Dame des Victoires refers to the Basilica of the same name in Paris, where the original statue is located. The crowns refer to King Louis XIII, to whom the victory was attributed, and explain the name of the shrine. Papal permission was required at the time to depict the figures crowned.

Height 46 cm; in good condition with signs of use and localized paint degradation. The existing polychromy has been treated with a protective wax layer to fix the finish and protect it. Further normal wear and signs of age appropriate to the age. Made after the original by J. Cambos.

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