Category: Saint Statue

Marble Penitent Mary Magdalene Statue

This marble statue portrays Mary Magdalene, revered in Christian tradition for her penitence, devotion, and enduring faith. ideal for for churches, chapels, religious galleries, and private oratories

Item No: YRMS-024

Size: Height: 5.24 feet(62.9inch)

Material: High Quality Marble

Price: $1,000-$3,200

Technique: Carving

Advantage: Factory Direct, Door to Door Delivery

Service: Custom Design Avaiable.

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This marble penitent Mary Magdalene statue portrays Mary Magdalene, revered in Christian tradition for her penitence, devotion, and enduring faith.

Description

Carved from high-quality white marble with delicate natural veining, Mary Magdalene stands in quiet devotion.

Her head tilts upward with a pensive, prayerful gaze toward heaven, expressing sincere contrition and longing for divine mercy.

Long, flowing curls cascade over her shoulders, rendered with meticulous sculptural detail. An ornate gilded halo crowns her head, signifying her sanctity.

At her chest, an openwork bronze Latin cross is gently held—an enduring symbol of faith and Christ’s sacrifice.

Her voluminous robes fall in soft, rhythmic folds; refined gilded floral scroll patterns adorn the drapery, creating a striking contrast against the pale stone.

At her feet rests a human skull, a classic emblem of memento mori—reminding us of life’s transience. It reflects Mary Magdalene’s renunciation of worldly vanity and her lifelong path of repentance and spiritual contemplation.

Suitable Placement

With timeless Neoclassical styling, this sacred marble figure combines exquisite craftsmanship with a solemn devotional atmosphere.

It is ideal as a decorative and devotional artwork for churches, chapels, religious galleries, and private oratories.

Our Advantages

We sculpt this white marble Saint statue using time-tested techniques passed down for years.

We give careful attention to every subtle detail—from her contemplative facial expression and interlaced praying fingers, to the natural flow of hair curls, the layered undulation of robe folds, and the precise carving of gilded floral scrollwork.

Every contour is carefully polished to restore serene spirituality, delivering lifelike texture and long-lasting quality.

About Mary Magdalene

Mary Magdalene (Mary of Magdala) is honored as a faithful follower of Jesus—remembered for her devotion, her presence during the crucifixion, and her witness to the risen Christ on Easter morning, earning her the title “Apostle to the Apostles.”

Importantly, there is no biblical basis for claims that she was a prostitute.

Misconceptions arose in later tradition and were clarified by the Church in 1969. She is venerated as the patron saint of all women.

Feel free to contact us for detailed quotations. Custom sizes, material options, and personalized adjustments are available. We are ready to support your church, gallery, and religious decoration project.

Marble Carving Sculpture – Technique Process
1. Design & Planning

Based on religious themes or client requests, artists create sketches and drawings to define the pose, size, and details of the statue.

2. Selecting the Marble Block

High‑quality natural marble is chosen for its color, texture, and durability, ensuring it is suitable for indoor churches or outdoor use.

3. Rough Shaping

The marble block is cut to size and roughly shaped. Artisans remove excess stone with chisels and machines to form the basic outline.

4. Fine Carving

Using finer tools, sculptors carve facial expressions, hands, drapery, and religious symbols. This is the most skill‑intensive stage.

5. Smoothing & Polishing

The surface is smoothed with abrasives and polished to reveal the natural luster of the marble and a refined finish.

6. Quality Check & Protection

Each statue is carefully inspected. If needed, small corrections are made, and a protective treatment can be applied, especially for outdoor sculptures.

Bronze Sculpture – Technique Process
1. Design & Clay Model

The process begins with drawings and then a clay or wax model of the statue. This model shows all the details and is approved before casting.

2. Mold Making

From the clay model, a mold (usually silicone and plaster or fiberglass) is created. This mold captures all the fine details of the original model.

3. Wax Casting

Molten wax is poured into the mold to create a hollow wax replica of the sculpture. Artists refine the wax surface and add or adjust details.

4. Ceramic Shell (Lost‑Wax Process)

The wax sculpture is coated repeatedly with ceramic slurry and sand to build a hard shell. After drying, the wax is melted and drained out, leaving a hollow ceramic mold.

5. Bronze Pouring

Molten bronze is poured into the ceramic shell. Once the metal cools, the ceramic shell is broken away, revealing the raw bronze sculpture.

6. Welding & Chasing

If the sculpture is cast in several pieces, they are welded together. Artisans then grind, refine, and sharpen the details (a process called chasing).

7. Patina & Surface Treatment

Chemical patinas and heat are used to achieve the desired bronze color and tone. A protective wax or clear coating is applied to improve durability, especially outdoors.

8. Final Inspection

The finished bronze sculpture is inspected, cleaned, and prepared for packing and shipping to the client.

Packaging

>> The packaging is all made of a strong wood crate plus soft fixed.
>> The thickness of the packaged wood board is 3CM (other factories are 1-2CM, which is not strong)
>> The wooden crate is at least 15 cm above the ground, which makes loading more convenient.

Shipping

>> By sea(mainly), by train, by air could be selected according to the characteristics of the product and the requirements of customers.

>> Mainly ship to Xingang in Tianjin(mainly), Dalian, Qingdao, Shanghai, Xiamen, Or Customized.

Freight

>> The shipping cost depends on the total weight and the cube of the product being shipped.
>> Different destinations have different transportation times. Please inform us in advance of urgently needed products.
>> Please send us your destination, we quote directly from the shipping company.

Maintenance of Marble Sculptures:

Marble religious sculptures should be cleaned regularly with a soft cloth and mild, pH‑neutral soap diluted in water. Avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners, wire brushes, or high‑pressure washing, as these can scratch or weaken the stone. For outdoor statues, gently remove dust, bird droppings, and pollution stains, and check periodically for cracks or loose parts so any damage can be repaired in time.

Maintenance of Bronze Sculptures:

Bronze sculptures naturally develop a patina over time, which can help protect the metal. To maintain their appearance, clean the surface gently with a soft cloth or brush and mild soap, then rinse and dry completely. For outdoor bronze statues, a thin coat of clear wax can be applied and lightly polished once or twice a year to protect against moisture and corrosion. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive tools that may damage the patina or surface details.