18th century Indo-Portuguese Goa Figure of Mary, rare polychrome and gilt ivory image of the Conception, this rendering has the rare characteristics of an ivory from the Portuguese enclave of Goa (India), Mary with flowing black hair and a sari type flowing gown resting on a crescent moon on a circular base, 7 1/4" tall, normal color wear. Provenance: An Amherst, NH collection. Estimate $1,500-2,500
