This is one of Michelangelo’s most famous works and we have many other works by him which you could browse on our website. If you are a devout Catholic, this outdoor Mary-holding Jesus sculpture is well worth buying. It is perfect for your garden.
What is the Statue of Mary Holding Jesus Called?
Mary holding Jesus is also the Madonna Della Pieta, which people informally call La Pieta. This is an image expressing the sorrow of the Roman Catholic Jesus and Mary on Calvary, representing the “sixth sorrow” of the Virgin Mary. The artwork is a Renaissance sculpture and an important work carved by Michelangelo in Italy and is now enshrined in St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City.
Michelangelo’s Pieta would resonate with audiences of different cultures and levels. Even if you’re not familiar with the details of the biblical gospels, Michelangelo’s Pieta statue would resonate with audiences of all cultures and levels. Michelangelo was one of the three major artists of the Renaissance. Many of his stunning sculptures have gone down in art history. The Pieta, now in St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, is one of the most famous works of his career. During his long life, Michelangelo set out to create works on the same subject more than once.
The evolution of different styles in different periods embodies the great and complex emotions that the Virgin gave her only begotten son to save mankind. And, these great cathedral sculptures are timeless classics. Michelangelo sculpted four works related to the theme of the Pieta during his lifetime. They are located in St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, the Duomo Museum in Florence, and the Rondanini Museum in Milan’s Sforzesco Castle. The statue of the Virgin holding a crucified Jesus, in 1555, remains a matter of controversy, at least in the eyes of the Academy in Florence.
Take an Unconventional Approach to Sculpture:
The statues of the Mary holding Jesus follow the tradition of northern medieval woodcarving and often feature the Virgin with her child in her arms, although in a rigid and unnatural pose. Here Michelangelo attempted to fuse the classical tradition with Renaissance realism. The overall structure of the statue is a standard and stable pyramid, with the body of the Virgin as strong support for the body of Jesus. In fact, the sculpture is not strictly to scale. In order for a woman to be able to eat and support a grown man, Michelangelo had to moderately enlarge the proportion of the Madonna.
However, the voluminous dresses acted as a drape, hiding the proportions of the body and looking natural. The Virgin lowers her eyes and slightly outstretches her hands, showing the world the posture and demeanor of Jesus. The serene sorrow on her face echoes the serenity of death on Jesus’ face. There has long been a debate about the eternal youth of the Virgin’s face. But from the perspective of the Holy Church, that is nothing more than a natural thing. It’s not just a symbol of virginity. On the other hand, God chose Mary as a virgin, and naturally, it was his power to make her look eternally young.
Marble and Bronze Pieta Sculpture:
First of all, as a professional exporter of church sculptures, we have the absolute advantage to provide you with different sizes of The Virgin Mary holding Jesus sculptures. Of course, we not only cast high-quality bronze Pieta sculptures for you but also have professional artists carve exquisite marble religious statues of Our Lady and Jesus.
Marble and Bronze Pieta Sculpture Advantage
First, as an industry leader, our artists use silica sol technology to create bronze Jesus and Madonna sculptures. Along with this, this technology could ensure that white spots would not form on the surface of the sculpture, which would affect the appearance and damage the sculpture’s body. Therefore, bronze sculptures last longer. Of course, bronze Pieta sculptures have a more historical sense of color, and you could choose the color you want would. Our artists could meet your needs. Moreover, we use the chemical coloring method, which could make the color of the sculpture more natural and beautiful with the passage of time.
Secondly, our artists use pure natural marble to carve the Madonna and Jesus sculptures. We all know that white marble could better reflect the sanctity of church sculptures. Of course, these pure natural marble raw materials would form a unique sculpture of the Virgin holding Jesus. Second, natural marble has a longer lifespan in outdoor spaces. It maintains its original beauty even when exposed to wind and rain.
Provide Customized Services:
The sculpture of the Virgin embracing Jesus is one of the classic art sculptures handed down. This style is also the most classic Pieta. Popular with church decorators and enthusiasts. Of course, we provide custom sculpture services, not only paying attention to the choice of materials but more importantly, the sculpture process.
Then, we have professional designers who could turn your ideas into reality and provide you with high-definition drawings. According to the drawings, you would have a clearer understanding of the sculpture details you want. Of course, we would also provide you with reasonable suggestions from a professional perspective. This way you could get a more refined and perfect sculpture of the Virgin and Jesus.
This famous Pieta sculpture is the most classic artwork of the Mary holding Jesus. YouFine’s exquisite and sacred outdoor religious sculptures are well worth owning. If you have an idea to own a marble or bronze Madonna and Jesus sculpture please feel free to contact us.