Polychrome terracotta statue of the Immaculate Virgin and Child with a black serpent, 19th century
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Rare polychrome and gilt terracotta statue representing the Virgin Mary known as the Immaculate Conception with outstretched arms, standing on the starry globe and crushing a serpent with her bare foot, the Virgin wears a wide garment bordered with a foliate pattern and has a black complexion (evoking miraculous Virgins), from the 19th century.
This statue is in good overall condition; it has been restored.
Note: some accidents and missing parts (see red arrows), the right hand has been restored, wear and tear from age, see photos.