Catholic Figures | Online Sale | Virgin of the Miraculous Medal

Catholic Figures | Online Sale | Virgin of the Miraculous Medal

• Catholic figure of the Virgin of the Miraculous Medal.
• Reproduction inspired by the description of Saint Catherine Labouré.
• Total height of the statue: 60 cm (23.6 inches).
• Total width: 24.5 cm (9.6 inches).
• Circular base with a diameter of 20-22 cm (7.9-8.7 inches).
• Figure made of fiberglass.
• Finished in bronze imitation.
• Ideal for indoor and outdoor use, resistant to weather conditions.

Symbolism and Devotion to the Virgin of the Miraculous Medal

The Virgin of the Miraculous Medal is one of the most widespread Marian devotions in the Catholic world. The iconography of the Virgin of the Miraculous Medal is based on the apparitions of the Virgin to Saint Catherine Labouré in 1830 in Paris, France.

The figure has been designed following the indications that Holy Mary revealed in the visions:

• The crown on her head symbolizes her title as Queen of Heaven and Earth.
• Her hands open and extended forward. A gesture of granting gifts to the faithful who follow the path marked by our Holy Mother.
• The serpent crushed under her feet represents the victory over sin and evil, as prophesied in the Scriptures.

Handmade Spanish Statues | Online Sale

The production of Catholic religious images has evolved significantly in recent years. As in many other sectors, it has become industrialized, producing a large number of statues with different sizes and qualities.

In our time, all types of shops and online pages coexist where you can buy all kinds of Catholic statues. The catalog of religious images is very extensive and accessible.

The figures available in our online store are classified into three types of families: The Catholic figures from handmade Spanish statues The images from the economic series The wood carvings

The Catholic images made in the workshops of handmade Spanish statues have a series of characteristics that clearly distinguish them from other purchasing options.

The buyers value in handmade Spanish statue attributes mainly derive from artisanal manufacturing. This method has been used similarly for more than 100 years.

The Handmade Spanish Statues Olot School  is one of the most recognized in Spain and internationally for its tradition in the production of Catholic religious images. Founded in the 19th century in Catalonia.

The process begins with an artistic design, where a sketch is made based on traditional models or adapted to the needs of the client. The clay modeling transforms the sketch into a three-dimensional model, defining the image's shapes, gestures, and expressions.

Once the statue is modeled, a mold is created that captures all the details of the original model. This mold is used to produce copies of the statue using the final material.

The wood paste is the most commonly used material today due to its lightness and high level of detail. Other materials, such as fiberglass, are also used for figures that will be placed outdoors.

The polychromy is one of the most distinctive characteristics of handmade Spanish statues, applying several layers of oil or acrylic paint to highlight the details of the figure. gold leaf highlights embroidery and vestments, giving a solemn appearance. Some statues undergo an aging process to give them a more ancient and venerated look.

The eyes of the statues are made of glass, giving the figures great realism and expressiveness. Additional elements such as crowns, rosaries, or scepters are added in the final stage of statue production.

The School of Statuary of Handmade Spanish Statues has played a crucial role in the production and dissemination of Catholic iconography, both in Spain and the rest of the world. The statues of handmade Spanish statues are appreciated for their artistic value and spiritual significance, used in processions, altars, and personal devotions.

Thanks to its ability to keep the artisan tradition alive and adapt to modern times, the school remains a reference in the production of Catholic images, offering products that combine artistic quality and durability.

Online Sale of Cheap Catholic Figures

The production process of the Catholic images from handmade Spanish statues sometimes has surpluses. That is, figures made by optimizing the artisans' production lines. Images not sold are made to optimize the workshop workers' time.

This section will offer these images and Catholic figures in stock. We will put them up for sale at lower prices.