Olive Wood Statue of Mary Holding Baby Jesus

This is a hand-carved olive wood statue depicting the Virgin Mary holding Baby Jesus. It is crafted by Christian artisans, typically from Bethlehem in the Holy Land. The statue is often referred to as "Faceless Virgin Mary holding Baby Jesus" due to its smooth, undefined facial features, which are meant to emphasize the spiritual connection and love between mother and child rather than individual likeness. Each piece is unique due to the natural variations in the olive wood's grain and color.