Vintage Virgin Mary Medjugorje statuette, patinated finish, brown base

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Description

Religious statuette depicting the Virgin Mary, inspired by the iconography of Medjugorje, identifiable by the inscription "MEDJUGORJE" visible on the base of the figurine. The statuette features a patinated finish, with metallic reflections in aged bronze or silver tones, highlighting the drapery of the veil and dress. The details of the face, hands, and garment folds are finely modeled, in a sober and traditional style typical of 20th-century devotional objects.

The statuette rests on a conical brown base, with a smooth and uniform appearance. This base contrasts with the upper part and ensures good stability for the whole. The silhouette of the Virgin is slender, with a characteristic blessing gesture, her right hand raised and her left hand holding what appears to be a book or a stylized heart.

The surface shows a regular patina with some visible signs of wear, particularly on the prominent parts of the veil and hands, indicative of use and handling over time. The metallic finish reveals some darker nuances in the hollows, accentuating the relief of the sculpture.

The inscription "MEDJUGORJE" is clearly engraved in capital letters on the front face of the base, connecting the statuette to the famous Marian pilgrimage site located in Bosnia and Herzegovina. No other markings or ornamentation are visible on the presented face.

The statuette is photographed against a carved wooden background, which highlights its ancient and sacred character. The ensemble evokes a piece of religious decoration, typical of souvenir objects brought back from pilgrimages during the second half of the 20th century.

Condition

Used item sold as is, with original patina and visible signs of wear. The surface shows some signs of age but remains stable and decorative.

Did you know? Medjugorje is a village in Bosnia and Herzegovina that became an important Catholic pilgrimage site from 1981 onwards, following Marian apparitions reported by several young people. Since then, numerous devotional objects bearing the inscription "Medjugorje" have been produced to accompany the faithful and pilgrims.

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