Meerschaum (hydrated magnesium silicate, calcite) high relief - Louis Philippe. Splendid high relief depicting the Virgin Mary surrounded by angels. Sculpted in meerschaum, a petrified limestone, also known as calcite. The artist created a matrix and then a negative mold. The mold was placed under petrifying water rich in calcium carbonate (stalactite), which completely covered it with limestone. Once removed from the mold, the excess limestone was removed. The workmanship is precise, with well-defined details that give depth and movement to the scene. The state of preservation is perfect and has a beautiful patina. It is housed inside an elegant oval frame in gold leaf wood and under its original domed glass. The sculpture is extraordinarily realistic and of exquisite workmanship. It is dated December 8, 1854, and signed "S. Marchi. 1855". Dimensions: with frame cm. 38 x 32 - meerschaum 29.5 x 22 Period: Louis Philippe Item accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This item, like all our items, is sold accompanied by a photographic certificate of authenticity and lawful origin. This document identifies the object adding more value to the item. We take care of the transport and personally organize the packaging and shipping of artworks all over the world. Antiquities DELMONTE https://www.instagram.com/delmonteantichita/ CONTACTS: FOR ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT ME! Cell. Anna 338 4989679 EMAIL: annadelmonteantico@libero.it