Antique Carved and Painted (Polychrome) Praying Holy Woman measuring Not sure the origin of

Not sure the origin of these

The World's Fair can shows more surface spotting

with this little man in brimmed hat at the center of the train

There is some darkening/spotting on one portion of one side only

with unique geometric patterns on front and back sides

Antique Carved and Painted (Polychrome) Praying Holy Woman measuring Not sure the origin ofI feel holier just looking at this carving, an abbess I want to call her, hands clasped in prayer, and who feels about as devout as they come, and supremely in her devotion. I purchased her from am estate in Chelmsford, Mass, which included a large collection of antique santos carvings, feeling that she would make an exceptionally fine guardian spirit. I also love that she retains traces of true lapis lazuli paint in addition to a little gold still