Antique French Meerschaum Madonna Necklace on Link Chain — Carved Virgin Mary Pendant

This exquisite antique French necklace features a finely carved meerschaum Madonna pendant, depicting the Virgin Mary in delicate relief. Suspended from antique link chain, the pendant showcases the elegance and spiritual devotion of 19th-century French craftsmanship. It's missing its glass case, but has beautiful carving of the Virgin Mary.

Its warm ivory tones and intricate carving reflect the material’s traditional use in devotional art, making it a charming and meaningful piece. The back has been papered over, the sides have plenty of patina. An antique charm with a mother of pearl star dangles on one side, and an aged silver bird dangles with a crystal chain from the back. This necklace carries both beauty and historical significance.

Collector’s Note

Meerschaum, prized for its fine, detailed carving, was a favored material for devotional pendants in 19th-century France. This Madonna pendant exemplifies the era’s craftsmanship, combining artistic elegance with spiritual significance. Early French meerschaum necklaces like this are rare, making this a highly desirable piece for collectors of antique religious jewelry and French decorative arts.

• Measures: pendant-2-1/2" h x 1-3/4" w x 1/4";chain26" with 2" extender.