Bidspirit auction | Decorative Virgin of Montserrat ”La

Decorative Virgin of Montserrat ”La Moreneta”, Catalonia, 19th century - Carved wood and polychrome stucco. Dimensions: 83 x 43 x 38 cm. The Black Virgin of Montserrat is an emblematic figure of the Catholic faith in Catalonia, venerated for centuries and declared patron saint of the Catalan dioceses by Pope Leo XIII in 1844. Her dark skin, the result of the natural oxidation of lead-based pigments, gave rise to the symbolism of the Black Virgins, associated with deep mystical and spiritual meanings. This natural transformation prevents them from returning to their original color, making each image a unique and unrepeatable piece. Located in international warehouse.