Description:

Mexico, 19th c. Poignant rendering of Mater Dolorosa or N.S. de los Dolores - Sorrowful Mother or Our Lady of Sorrows. This image is one of the most important compositions in which Mary is depicted without Christ. She is represented as the mourning mother projecting a grieving attitude, her head covered with a blue veil, her hands almost clasped, a dagger in her breast - the key, distinguishing attribute of Mater Dolorosa, with Christ's crown of thorns in the foreground. The scene references Luke 2:35. In this passage, Mary is told that a sword will pierce her soul upon presenting Christ to the temple. The artist's technique makes for a smooth rendering of the figure with an almost porcelain-like finish to her skin that symbolizes her purity as well as an adept modeling of her draperies. This example is particularly appealing in that it is framed with a folk-art inspired wooden frame that retains bits of silver paint. 16-1/2"L x 13"W

Provenance: Ex-Ramon Kelly Collection, Denver, CO

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  • Condition: Some surface wear as shown. Frame intact. Overall good condition.

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