After H. Bouriché - Statue, Sedes Sapientiae - 51 cm - Plaster

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Clément Floch
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Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.

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Sedes Sapientiae – Mary with Child after Henri Bouriché – polychrome plaster – France – early 20th century

Professionally shipped – more than 1,000 five-star reviews worldwide.

Religious sculpture of Mary with Child based on a design by the French sculptor Henri Bouriché (1826–1906). The crowned Mary holds the Christ Child close to her. The child rests against her shoulder with eyes closed and places a hand on her chest. The scene bears the title Sedes Sapientiae, Latin for Seat of Wisdom. The figures are dressed in long robes with deep folds.

Height 51 cm; polychrome-painted plaster with gilt details and the inscription “SEDES SAPIENTIAE” on the front of the base, in good overall condition with normal signs of age and slight paint deterioration.

Please examine the photos carefully; they form part of the description.

Shipped with track and trace.

Seller's Story

Koen’s Antiques & Curiosa presents timeless finds: antiques, religious art, curios and vintage design. My passion for the exceptional takes me to markets, auctions and collections in Belgium and beyond. Each piece is carefully selected, accurately described and professionally shipped. More than 900 five-star reviews underscore my commitment to quality and service.
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Sedes Sapientiae – Mary with Child after Henri Bouriché – polychrome plaster – France – early 20th century

Professionally shipped – more than 1,000 five-star reviews worldwide.

Religious sculpture of Mary with Child based on a design by the French sculptor Henri Bouriché (1826–1906). The crowned Mary holds the Christ Child close to her. The child rests against her shoulder with eyes closed and places a hand on her chest. The scene bears the title Sedes Sapientiae, Latin for Seat of Wisdom. The figures are dressed in long robes with deep folds.

Height 51 cm; polychrome-painted plaster with gilt details and the inscription “SEDES SAPIENTIAE” on the front of the base, in good overall condition with normal signs of age and slight paint deterioration.

Please examine the photos carefully; they form part of the description.

Shipped with track and trace.

Seller's Story

Koen’s Antiques & Curiosa presents timeless finds: antiques, religious art, curios and vintage design. My passion for the exceptional takes me to markets, auctions and collections in Belgium and beyond. Each piece is carefully selected, accurately described and professionally shipped. More than 900 five-star reviews underscore my commitment to quality and service.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Plaster
Artist
After H. Bouriché
Title of artwork
Sedes Sapientiae
Signature
Not signed
Colour
Gold, Multicolour
Condition
Good condition
Height
51 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
13 cm
Weight
2.7 kg
BelgiumVerified
2791
Objects sold
100%
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