Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers, foliage and gilt

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Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers, foliage and gilt

6339038 Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers, foliage and gilt by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers, foliage and gilt. Vignettes of Saint Serenus the Gardener, Saint Severus, Bishop of Avranches, Saint Galmier of Saint-Just, and Saint Dositheus of Gaza. Chromolithograph from Legende Celeste, nouvelle histoire de la Vie des Saints, Celestial Legend, Lives of the Saints, Paul Mellier, Paris, 1845. Chromolithograph by Jules Desportes, professor of lithography at the Institut Royal des Sourds-Muets.); © Florilegius

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Celestial Legend Decorative Border Foliage Gilt Highlight Icon Iconography Ikon Institut Royal Des Sourds Muets Jules Desportes Legende Celeste Lives Of The Saints Nouvelle Histoire De La Vie Des Saints Paul Mellier Professor Roman Catholic Scroll Vases Vignettes Halo Martyr

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This stunning chromolithograph captures the essence of Saint Matthew the Apostle, a revered figure in Christian history. The portrait showcases his noble presence, with a radiant halo encircling his head and a scroll held delicately in his hands. Surrounding him is an exquisite decorative border adorned with vases, flowers, foliage, and intricate gilt details. The artist, Jules Desportes, masterfully created this piece as part of the "Legende Celeste" a collection that narrates the lives of saints. Within this artwork are vignettes depicting other holy figures such as Saint Serenus the Gardener, Saint Severus (Bishop of Avranches), Saint Galmier of Saint-Just, and Saint Dositheus of Gaza. Desportes' expertise in lithography shines through in every detail of this composition. As a professor at the Institut Royal des Sourds-Muets, he skillfully brought to life each element within this print. This portrayal serves as both an ikon and an icon for those who follow Roman Catholicism. Its golden highlights and meticulous iconography make it truly remarkable. Whether displayed for personal devotion or admired for its artistic beauty alone, this print is sure to captivate all who lay eyes upon it.

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