Antique Framed Print : Saint Barbara
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Saint Barbara
Saint Barbara, a Christian virgin martyr, and one of 14 Holy Helpers. Date: circa 3rd century
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Media ID 14269304
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Barbara Butler Helpers Lives Martyr Virgin
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.5cm x 37.1cm (9.6" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Saint Barbara: A Radiant Beacon of Faith and Resilience in the 3rd Century" Saint Barbara, a revered figure in Christian history, is depicted in this exquisite and ornate gold-toned print. Dating back to the circa 3rd century, this image showcases the beauty and strength of this early Christian martyr and one of the 14 Holy Helpers. Born into a pagan family, Barbara was renowned for her unwavering faith and commitment to Christianity. Despite her father's efforts to force her into a pagan marriage, she remained steadfast in her beliefs. In an attempt to protect her from the wrath of her father, Barbara was locked away in a tower. However, her faith did not falter, and she continued to secretly practice her religion. One day, her father discovered her clandestine activities and, enraged, ordered her execution. Barbara was taken to the town square and subjected to various forms of torture, including being beaten with clubs and exposed to the elements. Yet, she remained unyielding in her faith. The final blow came when she was ordered to be beheaded. As the executioner raised his axe, Barbara's faith was rewarded with a miraculous intervention. A sudden thunderstorm erupted, and a bolt of lightning struck the executioner, killing him instead. Barbara was then beheaded, and her body was discovered by a Christian hermit, who gave her a proper burial. This image of Saint Barbara, with her regal bearing and resplendent attire, serves as a testament to her unwavering faith and the power of divine intervention. Her story continues to inspire and captivate, reminding us of the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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