Sculpture of Our Lady of Sorrows in period clothing, Bolognese School, 19th century. Polychrome terracotta and fabrics. Dimensions: 35 x 27 x 21 cm. This devotional sculpture depicts Our Lady of Sorrows in bust form, with a sorrowful expression and a raised gaze charged with emotional drama. The face, modeled in polychrome terracotta, reveals a delicate anatomical treatment and intense expressive sensitivity, accentuated by visible tears and the gentle tilt of the head. The figure wears rich velvet fabrics and traditional-inspired lace, complemented by gold braid that frames the black veil and reinforces the ceremonial character of the image. The work reflects the devotional sculptural tradition of 19th-century Bologna, linked to domestic and processional worship, where the combination of expressive naturalism and realistic clothing contributed to intensifying the viewer's religious emotion. The piece stands out for the quality of the facial modeling and for the spiritual theatricality achieved through the combined use of sculpture and textile elements.
