Ivory sculpture representing Sainte Marie-Madeleine
kneeling and throwing her arms up in the air as a sign of distress and repentance.
In the tragedy of the Passion, Madeleine is generally
represented clasping the base of the cross,
kissing the feet of Jesus and raising her eyes towards him,
her eyes were brimming with tears.
French work done between the end of 17th century and the beginning of 18th century.
Height without the base : 13 cm
Overall height : 19 cm.
Point out that an old restoration was done on one foot.
Aureole and base in posterior darkened wood.
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IVORY STATUE OF SAINTE MARIE-MADELEINE,END OF 17TH CENTURY
