Our Lady of Protection Figure | Multiple Sizes & Finishes

Our Lady of Protection Figure – Hand-Carved in Ortisei, Italy

This reverent Our Lady of Protection figure is meticulously hand-carved by master artisan PEMA in Ortisei, Italy, showcasing the refined craftsmanship that has defined Val Gardena's woodcarving heritage for over five centuries. Each piece captures the compassionate presence of Mary as protector and intercessor, rendered in timeless wood with contemporary artistic refinement.

Spiritual Significance & Meaning

• Represents Mary's role as guardian and advocate for the faithful across Catholic and Christian traditions
• Embodies themes of maternal intercession, divine mercy, and spiritual safeguarding
• Serves as a powerful devotional focus for prayer, contemplation, and personal spiritual practice
• Traditionally invoked for protection of families, homes, and communities

Ideal Settings & Applications

• Home shrines, personal altars, and prayer spaces
• Parishes, chapels, and religious sanctuaries
• Monastery and convent collections
• Meaningful gifts for religious professions, dedications, and spiritual milestones
• Complements both traditional and contemporary sacred interiors

Ortisei Carving Legacy

• Val Gardena's Alpine woodcarving tradition spans 500+ years of uninterrupted artistic excellence
• PEMA continues this distinguished lineage through hand-carving techniques refined across generations
• Each figure is individually crafted—never replicated or mass-produced
• Represents authentic European religious art heritage

Heirloom & Investment Value

• Hand-carved religious figures from Val Gardena gain cultural and monetary value over time
• Becomes a treasured family heirloom passed through generations with deepening significance
• Tangible investment in authentic artisanal craftsmanship and spiritual heritage
• Available in multiple sizes and finishes for diverse collections and spaces