The “Mother of Love” shows Mary in tender closeness to the Child Jesus. The depiction speaks of motherly love and trust – an image of Mary that radiates warmth and closeness.
Every figure is hand-carved in our partner workshop in Val Gardena (South Tyrol) – production is overseen by master sculptor Karl Demetz. Woodcarving has a long tradition in the Gardena Valley: as early as the 17th century it was widespread there. Every piece is one of a kind: grain, carving marks and painting always turn out a little different.
- Material: wood from the Gardena Valley – mainly lime wood, depending on size also maple or Swiss stone pine
- Heights: 12, 20, 30, 36, 40, 50, 60, 70, 100 cm
- Finishes: natural, multicolour stained, hand-painted, genuine gold leaf, antique genuine gold leaf
- Delivery time: approx. 3–4 weeks, insured shipping directly from the workshop in South Tyrol to Germany and Austria (€6.90)
- Returns: 14-day statutory right of withdrawal
The finishes at a glance –Natural: finely sanded, untreated wood.Multicolour stained: three stain tones with wax, with gold or silver accents on details and robe hems depending on the motif.Hand-painted: painted with oil paints, decorated with gold leaf and silver leaf details and fixed with lacquer.Genuine gold leaf: gilded with real gold leaf and then painted.Antique genuine gold leaf: fine crackle surface, gilded with real gold leaf and painted – looks like an old original.
A statue of the Virgin Mary is a gift with meaning – for a wedding, a christening or First Holy Communion, for Mother's Day or for your own Herrgottswinkel (the traditional devotional corner). Discover more hand-carvedMadonna and Marian statues from South Tyrol.
Motif & meaning
The Madonna with Child “Mother of Love” embodies the central symbol of Christian charity and security. In her gentle posture and the tender gesture with which she presses the Child Jesus to her, the unshakeable love of a mother is reflected – at once human and divine. The figure recalls that love, trust and protection are the strongest bonds between human beings and heaven.
The motif is among the best-loved depictions in Marian iconography and has had a firm place in art history for centuries. The slightly inclined head, the peaceful face and the graceful lines of the robe create an atmosphere of stillness and inner peace. She invites you to find a moment of reflection in a hectic everyday life and to recognise the divine in the everyday.
As a gift for christenings, weddings or religious feasts, this Madonna becomes a sign of heartfelt closeness. She stands for the strength of faith, the protection of the family and gratitude for life. Whether in the living room, a prayer room or as the focus of home devotion, her aura is calming and comforting at once.
Finish, origin & special features
The Madonna with Child “Mother of Love” is made by the tradition-rich woodcarving workshop Demi Art in the Gardena Valley (Val Gardena, South Tyrol) – a place known for centuries for its masterly woodcarving. Under the direction of master sculptor Karl Demetz, works are created there that unite craft precision and artistic expression. Each figure is carved individually from selected lime wood, a material that is ideal for detailed work thanks to its fine grain and soft structure.
The production process follows the classic steps of South Tyrolean woodcarving: after careful selection of the wood comes the rough carving, followed by the fine carving and precise sanding. For variants with a painted finish, the surface is then primed (gesso) before experienced craftspeople paint the figure with oil paints and add golden accents. For the “genuine gold leaf” and “antique genuine gold leaf” finishes, gold leaf is applied that gives a warm, noble radiance – in the antique variant with a characteristic crackle for a traditional patina.
Each figure goes through a final quality inspection before it is carefully packed. On request the Madonna may bear a Val Gardena quality seal, which confirms authenticity and origin.
The combination of classic craftsmanship, religious symbolism and regional identity makes each of these Madonnas an unmistakable one-of-a-kind piece. It joins Alpine tradition with spiritual depth – a piece of South Tyrolean cultural history, made for people who value authenticity, faith and artful design.
Dimensions & finish
| Motif | Madonna “Mother of Love”–Material: wood from the Gardena Valley – mainly lime wood, depending on size also maple or Swiss stone pine–Production: hand-carved in Val Gardena, South Tyrol (production under master sculptor Karl Demetz)–Finishes: Natural, multicolour stained, hand-painted, genuine gold leaf, antique genuine gold leaf–Heights: 12, 20, 30, 36, 40, 50, 60, 70, 100 cm–Origin: Italy (South Tyrol) |
| Origin | Italy |
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| Item number | 1219361487484 |
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Package contents
- – 1 × wooden statue “Madonna Mother of Love” in the chosen size and finish
- – transport-safe packaging
- – insured shipping directly from the workshop in South Tyrol
Notes
–Delivery time: approx. 3–4 weeks – your figure is prepared in the workshop and shipped directly from South Tyrol–Shipping: insured, to Germany and Austria €6.90–Returns: 14-day statutory right of withdrawal–Transport damage: please report within 48 hours – hallo@lunexus.world or +49 30 2178 2502 (German and English)–One of a kind: grain, colour tone and fine details vary from piece to piece–Care: for indoor use; dust dry with a soft cloth, no cleaning agents; do not polish gilded surfaces