This sculpture is a rare and wonderful piece by Andrea Tagliapietra.
Made using the peculiar alessandrite techniques, its colour varies from purple, to indigo, to blue according to the light source. This work wants to represent the mother's love and attachment to her child.
The statue is accompanied by the original labels and signed by the Master with a diamond tip.
This incredible sculpture has been handcarfed in Murano following the ancient Muranese techniques.