Antique Needlework, Beadwork & Paper Memento d’Amour – Madonna and Christ Child, 19th Century Folk Art Embroidery in Ornate Gilt Wood Frame

19th Century Needlework, Beadwork & Paper Memento d’Amour – Madonna and Christ Child, Antique Folk Art Embroidery in Ornate Gilt Wood Frame

A singular treasure of devotional folk art, this one-of-a-kind 19th-century memento d’amour is an extraordinary fusion of needlework, beadwork, and paper—each element meticulously handcrafted with reverence and care. Centered on the sacred image of the Madonna and Christ Child, the composition combines delicately stitched embroidery, glistening glass beads, and intricately cut paper to create a moving tribute to maternal love, faith, and spiritual grace.

Pieces of this caliber were often created as heartfelt expressions of devotion or remembrance, and few have survived with such detail and presence. Still housed in its original gilt wood frame, this work bears the gentle marks of time: soft foxing, muted tones, and a richly aged patina that enhances its authenticity and charm.

Whether placed in a curated religious vignette, hung in a maximalist gallery wall, or showcased as a standalone relic of quiet beauty, this piece offers a glimpse into a soul-filled past—where art, love, and faith were stitched into permanence.

I acquired this truly divine piece from a grand estate in Memphis,TN. It was filled with antique Art and heirloom treasures… the kind you’d expect to see in a gallery as part of an esteemed collection. It was as if I had been transported back in time. I loved everything about it. That's why  Sourcing the South and the great state of Texas for vintage and antique estate decor is my favorite thing to do...So I can offer heirloom home and garden decor that tells a story steeped in Southern charm and Texas tradition. 

It measures 14.25” tall x 12.5” wide framed. 

$892 INCLUDES INSURED SHIPPING in the continental US

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