Emsco Group Virgin Mary Statue - Natural Sandstone Appearance - Made of Resin - Lightweight - 34" Height

I am incredibly pleased with this statue! 100% satisfied! (That's the short version)The Statue is the absolute perfect touch for the small devotional/garden area I setting up at my home. The detail is impeccable & it shares all the positive attributes of the larger cement, concrete or bronze statues that are equal in size, but cost 3-4 times as much!Honestly, until you pick it up, you really can't tell that it is not comprised of a much heavier substance. Its comparable to one those prop objects used in theater, movies or practical jokes (i.e. a foam 500 lb. dumbbell, plastic boulder, etc.) but extremely well done. Because of the statue's lightweight, it is extremely mobile, should you want to try it out in a few locations. However, it also offers a port that allows you fill the Statue with sand or water & make it more stationary & wind resistant, as other reviewers have mentioned.Overall, I wanted something that would be eloquent, graceful, reverent & somewhat discrete. I live in the South, where Catholics are fewer in number than in other regions of the US. Comprehension & tolerance is definitely improving, but misconceptions about Mary's role in our faith are still fairly common. However, despite some desire for discreteness, I certainly did not want to hide my faith. I wanted something sizable enough, so that it would be noticeable to me, as well as, anyone who was invited onto or looked closely at my property. Hopefully, it might encourage questions from open minded or curious individuals. In essence, a subtle but not hidden, conversation piece. A segue to a discussion on the Blessed Mother, the basis for Catholic devotion to Mary or the role that She has specifically played in my life. Most notably, as the guide on my return to Jesus Christ, My Lord & Savior.I'll limit the biographical info to that, but hopefully that illustrates exactly what my intentions were when I purchased the statue. Admittedly, I set some fairly high expectations for this item. As good as the reviews were, I wasn't totally sure if it would satisfy my needs.I need not have worried. Upon receiving the statue, I can honestly say it has exceeded all of my expectations & help me fulfill all my intentions. She is absolutely Beautiful! Sheer Magnificence! I could not have been more pleased! I may eventually buy another one for inside my house.All who purchase this statue will feel blessed, as it will serve as a faithful, humble homage piece to the Woman whom all shall call Blessed!My soul doth magnify the Lord : and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior.For he hath regarded : the lowliness of his handmaiden.For behold, from henceforth : all generations shall call me blessed.For he that is mighty hath magnified me : and holy is his Name.And his mercy is on them that fear him : throughout all generations.He hath shewed strength with his arm : he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.He hath put down the mighty from their seat : and hath exalted the humble and meek.He hath filled the hungry with good things : and the rich he hath sent empty away.He remembering his mercy hath received his servant Israel : as he promised to our forefathers, Abraham and his seed forever.(Luke 1:46-55)To Quote Archbishop Fulton Sheen, "Bye now & God Love You!"

Exactly what I wanted. Good size and nice shape. We struggled to get the cap off the bottom but did get it off to add the sand. I was worried that plastic would look cheap but it doesn’t at all. Definitely a good option for those of us that can’t afford a pricey concrete statue.

First off - I want to explain that I bought this with some pretty high expectations.When I was a child there was church near my home that had a delightful garden grotto with a small statue of Mary. She was surrounded by azaleas, irises, lilies and such. It was cool in the shade and so peaceful - I used to go there by myself, sit on the grass and listen to the birds and leaves whisper. Pure tranquility.Fast forward 45 years to having a garden to putter and decide I need a statue of Mary and want it like the one I remember. Look high and low at statuary stores around me, catalogs and online. I compare stone, cement, resin and alabaster and price wasn't really the issue - it was the look.But then on Amazon, for a REALLY low price, I find this one - however - I wasn't crazy about it being plastic! Thinking what the heck - if it looks cheesy - I can send it back. I order it and a few days later - Mary is on my doorstep.Opened the box and was pleasantly surprised. The sandstone surface looked realistic - the texture was good, the color was accurate, the detail on the face was perfect - not to sharp, and nowhere did I see funky obvious seam lines that occur on most molded plastic items. Overall it looks realistic and appropriately weather worn.The only thing I thought was a little "too smooth" were the hands, that are attached separately to the main piece (they come well attached - no assembly required) and that's not very noticable. Overall look and quality is very good. Used a couple of pitchers of gravel & paving sand poured into the hole in the bottom. Placed on a leveled paver stone and she's in the garden standing upright with nary a tip or waiver.That was over 3 1/2 years ago and she looks as perfect today as then. She's been through heat - even a 104 degree summer, and cold in a 8 degree winter with ice and snow on her shoulders. She shows no signs of wear - no dings, cracks or chips in the shell or finish. She's had bunnies and birds - nothing has chewed on her that I can see. Small evergreen boughs have fallen on her but nothing made a scratch or dent. She stands as beautiful and tranquil as the day she arrived.I highly recommend this product. I didn't write a review sooner because I wanted to see how well she weathered. So far so good!

This is better than I even expected. It’s large, but not too big. The color looks just like concrete. It has a wide base to help the likelihood of it tipping over. However, you do have the option of adding sand to the bottom.

The size and design is beautiful. Material is durable. Wish the plastic connection was in the back. There’s a plastic sticking on the chin and side of head. Wish it was smoothed out and not scabby

This blessing mother is absolutely beautiful. It looks like real stone. I am so happy that I ordered this.

My Blessed Mother statue is beautiful! It’s strong and sturdy. I filled it with sand from the opening under the base. I had purchased one last year and it withstood all seasons without damage. I just purchased 3 more ! My family is so happy with the statues. God bless you and thank you!

Took us a while searching and we weren't sure if this will work, the statue is a plastic/resin mold, super light, the first thing we did, we filled it up with sand. Easy process you remove the bottom cap which took some work to do (not easily removable) and you need to be careful not to damage the base. Once filled up with sand we placed it on a sturdy stone just to keep it leveled. So far it held up pretty good in a hot summer and some snow. Our model is the natural stone look and so far it did not fade or lose any of its vibrancy. Reading reviews we weren't sure we want to buy it, but we are glad we did. Great product for the price.