Post-medieval - Limestone sculpture - Virgin in Majesty - 18th / 19th centuries.

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€ 700
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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila

Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 2,000 - € 2,500
FR
€700
CH
€500
FR
€300

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Limestone sculpture of the Virgin and Child seated on a throne, wearing a long pleated tunic and crown, in Romanesque style from the 18th/19th century, approx. 29.6 cm high and 17.4 cm wide, in good condition with no restoration.

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Calcareous limestone sculpture featuring the Virgin and Child,
She sits on a throne, wearing a long pleated tunic.
She wears a crown and her hair, covered by a veil, falls over her shoulders.
The head and hands are slightly oversized in comparison to the body. She holds her child in her arms,
The maternal figure is presented in a pose of gentleness and protection, bearing the Child with a naturalness and grace that transcend the era.
Patinated calcareous stone, showing a few signs of wear. The sculpture is in excellent condition and has undergone no restoration.
Romanesque style, 18th / 19th Century
Height 29.6 cm - Width 17.4 cm - Very good condition - no restoration

Provenance: Germany, D.M.R. Gallery.

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Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Calcareous limestone sculpture featuring the Virgin and Child,
She sits on a throne, wearing a long pleated tunic.
She wears a crown and her hair, covered by a veil, falls over her shoulders.
The head and hands are slightly oversized in comparison to the body. She holds her child in her arms,
The maternal figure is presented in a pose of gentleness and protection, bearing the Child with a naturalness and grace that transcend the era.
Patinated calcareous stone, showing a few signs of wear. The sculpture is in excellent condition and has undergone no restoration.
Romanesque style, 18th / 19th Century
Height 29.6 cm - Width 17.4 cm - Very good condition - no restoration

Provenance: Germany, D.M.R. Gallery.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are organized. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Post-medieval
Century/timeframe
17ème / 19ème Siècle
Name of object
- Limestone sculpture - Virgin in Majesty - 18th / 19th centuries.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4692
Objects sold
99.71%
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.

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