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Maria Stella del Mare

Our Lady, Star of the Sea

ancient title for the Virgin Mary. The words Star of the Sea are a translation of the Latin title Stella Maris
(Wikipedia)

artist unknown
1950

Description

Marble statue of St. Mary with a rosary, and circle of stars.

Inscription(s)

A
maria santissima
stella del mare
guida dei naviganti
perenne ricordo
dell' anno santo
e delle proclamazione
del dogma dell' assunzione
il popolo di viareggio
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7 dicembro 1950

Annotation

The photos were made from the pier at the other side of the canal.

Sculptor

Unknown artist. Do you know who the sculptor is? please let us know.

Sources & Information

Wikipedia, Viareggio.

Location (N 43°51'46" - E 10°14'21")

Item Code: itto178; Photograph: 16 May 2017
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