02 2022
Virgen de Izamal
Familia Lopez Urtado, Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Size: Extra Large
Year: 2022
Materials:
Veil/Mantle: Double veil of Spanish mantilla dyed in beige, blue, and green.
Guimpe: Claudine collar embroidered with seed pearls.
Belt: Dyed metallic belt.
Crown: Peruvian silver crown adorned with red gemstones.
Halo: Repoussé metal halo with a mirrored finish.
Crucifix/Rosary: Antique Miriam Haskell crucifix.
Earrings: Handmade earrings by Fernanda de Terán.
Dress: Antique linen dress with handmade lace appliqués featuring floral motifs and embroidered filigree.
Chasuble: Cape made from a religious chasuble with silver trim from Lyon, France.
Pedestal: Carved wooden corinthian pedestal.
Label text:
In this stunning work by Susana Ramos, the Madonna is adorned with a double veil of Spanish mantilla, intricately dyed in shades of beige, blue, and green, evoking a sense of serenity and reverence. Her guimpe features a Claudine collar, delicately embroidered with seed pearls, adding a touch of innocence to the piece. The ensemble is cinched with a dyed metallic belt, offering a modern twist to the traditional attire. A Peruvian silver crown, embellished with striking red gemstones, graces her head, while a repoussé metal halo with a mirrored finish reflects the light, creating a radiant aura. She holds an antique Miriam Haskell crucifix, symbolizing the timeless nature of faith. Her earrings, handmade by Fernanda de Terán, add a personal, artisanal touch. The dress, crafted from antique linen, is adorned with handmade lace appliqués featuring floral motifs and embroidered filigree, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship that defines Ramos’s work. The chasuble, a cape made from a religious vestment with silver trim from Lyon, France, further enhances the spiritual depth of the piece. The Madonna is displayed on a carved wooden Corinthian pedestal, completing this tribute.
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