03 2022
Virgen
Familia Guerra Collection
Year: 2022
Materials:
Gift from grandmother’s children and grandchildren (names painted on the Madonna’s dress).
Dress and Cape: Made from an antique French chasuble with floral brocade, and antique hand-embroidered cross appliqué.
Crown and Halo: Contemporary filigree.
Earrings: Baroque pearls with Mexican filigree.
Veil/Mantle: Double Spanish mantilla veil hand-dyed with gold accents.
Guimpe: Lace with appliqué embellishments.
Pedestal: Carved wooden base.
Label text:
This cherished Madonna is a heartfelt gift from the children and grandchildren of the Guerra family to their grandmother. The sculpture showcases the names of all the contributors through the dress for a personal touch.
Among the materials that compose the sculpture, both the dress and cape are crafted from an antique French chasuble with floral brocade and a hand-embroidered cross appliqué. The contemporary filigree crown and halo are complemented with baroque pearl earrings of Mexican filigree. The double Spanish mantilla veil is decorated with hand-dyed gold accents, enhancing the ensemble, while the guimpe features lace with appliqué embellishments. All these elements are carefully presented on a carved wooden pedestal.
