Statuette of the Virgin and Child Our Lady of Victories in 19th century spelter

Statuette of the Virgin and Child in 19th-Century Babbitt. Celebrate your faith with this representation of the Virgin and Child crafted in babbitt, dating from the late 19th century. In the Neo-Gothic style and designed in France, this sculpture, known as Our Lady of Victories, is a miniature version of the one found in the Basilica of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires in Paris, a Catholic place of worship located on Place des Petits-Pères in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris. The basilica was founded at the request of Louis XIII, who vowed to build a church dedicated to the worship of the Virgin Mary if he won a battle against the Protestants, which is what happened following the Siege of La Rochelle. This explains the crowned appearance of the Virgin, which is a monarchical reminder of "divine right, " identifying the Catholic monarchy as a descendant of the Holy Trinity. In good overall condition, this charming spelter sculpture has acquired a patina over time, perfect for gifting or for one's own faith. Lovers of devotional objects and Marian representations, don't wait any longer! Adopt this representation of the Virgin and Child under the title of Our Lady of Victories today. Fast and careful shipping in France, Europe, and worldwide. Dimensions. → Height: 16 cm. → Width: 6 cm. → Depth: 4.5 cm. → Weight: 300 grams.