​This is a vintage, hand-painted ceramic bust of the Virgin Mary, likely created in 1974. The statue is marked with the initials "T.T." and the number "74" on the underside, which suggests it was a unique piece made by a hobbyist artist.

​The bust depicts Mary with her eyes closed and looking down, her expression serene and contemplative. She wears a light blue robe over a creamy white undergarment, both finished with a shiny, glossy glaze. 

​This item is a perfect example of mid-20th-century folk art and home crafting. It measures approximately 8 inches in height and 7 inches in width at its base. It's in good vintage condition with a lustrous glaze, and it has no visible cracks or damage. The unglazed, hollow base shows the ceramic material. 

​Because it was created by an individual rather than a factory, this piece has a special, one-of-a-kind appeal for collectors of religious art and vintage crafts.