Vtg 1974 Holland Mold Ceramic Jesus Mary Bust Set 7" Signed MK Chalkware Holiday

Description

View Vtg 1974 Holland Mold Ceramic Jesus Mary Bust Set 7" Signed MK Chalkware Holiday with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This pair really stood out. The hand-painted finishes are bright, clean, and well-preserved. It also appears like a darker antiquing wash was then applied to settle deep into the casting lines, accentuating the high-relief details of the flowing hair, full beard, downcast eyes, and patterned necklines. 🌟Vintage 1974 Holland Mold Ceramic Jesus Mary Bust Set Signed MK Chalkware Holiday🌟 ♦️Description♦️ Exquisite pieces of mid-century devotional artistry to add to your collection, home display or holiday mantle Up for consideration are gorgeous, matching 2-piece vintage 1974 Holland Mold glazed ceramic bust set featuring Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary ✴️Artistry and Technique This specific set was poured using premium Holland Mold blanks and was meticulously finished by hand by an artisan who incised their initials "MK" and the year "'74" directly onto the underside of both bases. This pair really stood out. "MK" really paid attention to detail and applied and used an interesting technique to create a stunning pair of a traditional large Holland mold busts unlike others ive seen painted traditionally. 🌟An exquisite multi-tone color wash glaze technique used by the artist. Not just a solid glaze coat, they utilized soft, muted complimentary hues—dusty blue-grays on Jesus' robe, delicate pinkish-cream tones on Mary's garment, and a beautiful wood-grain finish on the pedestals It also appears like a darker antiquing wash was then applied to settle deep into the casting lines, accentuating the high-relief details of the flowing hair, full beard, downcast eyes, and patterned necklines. ✴️Condition Details✴️ This set is in very good vintage condition, especially considering its age. The hand-painted finishes are bright, clean, and well-preserved. The figures are free of major fractures, cracks, or repaired breaks. There is a tiny, typical minor glaze flake/shelf scuff along the very bottom edge of Mary's pedestal base from past placement, which is hidden when displayed upright. 📸 Please review all photos featuring the exact measurements and to appreciate the remarkable details of this beautiful matching pair. 📦Packed with care.Stored and shipped from a smoke-free, pet-free environment. Thank you for your interest 🫶Open to honest offers always😊and 🦋Please feel free to reach out with any questions🦋 Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Religion & Spirituality › Christianity › Statues & Figures.

Religion

Christianity

Material

Ceramic

Handmade

Yes

Figure

Jesus; Virgin Mary