Antique polychrome wooden Madonna and child sculpture - Folk Art Beautiful hand-carved wooden sculpture depicting the Virgin Mary seated with the Christ Child on her lap (Sedes Sapientiae type). This devotional piece showcases authentic folk art craftsmanship with original polychrome paint in rich blue, cream, pink and gold tones. Condition: Good. Original paint with age-appropriate craquelure, wear and paint loss consistent with age. The sculpture shows beautiful patina and remains structurally sound. Dark paint visible on reverse side. Carved wooden base with tool marks and natural aging. A small split is visible at the lower edge on one side of the base, secured with a nail; a second nail is present on the opposite side, though no crack is visible there. These seem consistent with age-related wood movement. Features: - Hand-carved from solid wood (likely oak) - Original polychrome decoration - Romanesque/Gothic folk art influence - Sedes Sapientiae iconography - Crowned Madonna in blue mantle - Authentic aged patina throughout Period: Estimated 19th century. The carving style, paint application, and natural aging suggest significant age. Provenance: Private collection.