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Saint Francis Xavier or St Dominic
Saint Francis Xavier or St Dominic. Unknown 17th century
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Media ID 13100741
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Dominic Francis Unknown Xavier
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Introduce a touch of spiritual elegance to your home or office with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the revered saints, Saint Francis Xavier or St Dominic. These high-quality prints, sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, showcase intricate 17th-century depictions of these esteemed religious figures. The metal print process imbues the image with vibrant colors and a distinctive, textured finish, ensuring a captivating and long-lasting display. Elevate your space with this beautiful fusion of art and faith.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite 17th century oil painting depicts either Saint Francis Xavier or Saint Dominic, two of the most revered figures in the Catholic Church. The identity of the saint portrayed in this artwork remains uncertain, as no inscriptions or documentation accompany the piece. However, both Saint Francis Xavier and Saint Dominic were renowned for their significant contributions to the spread of the Catholic faith. Saint Francis Xavier, a Navarrese Basque, was a co-founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) and is known as the "Apostle of the Indies." He spent most of his life traveling and preaching in Asia, converting thousands to Christianity. His missionary journeys took him to India, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Japan, where he established schools, hospitals, and churches. He is often depicted with the attributes of a cross and a rosary, symbolizing his devotion and commitment to spreading the word of God. Saint Dominic, on the other hand, was a Spanish priest and the founder of the Order of Preachers, also known as the Dominicans. He is known for his preaching and teaching, and is considered the patron saint of students, theologians, and the Catholic Church in Spain. Saint Dominic is typically depicted wearing a black habit with a white scapular and a rosary, symbolizing his dedication to prayer and contemplation. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the identity of the saint in this painting, the artwork itself is a beautiful testament to the enduring legacy of these two remarkable figures. The intricate details of the painting, from the folds of the saint's robes to the delicate rendering of his facial features, reveal the skill of the unknown Italian artist who created it. This painting serves as a reminder of the profound impact that these saints had on the world and the enduring power of faith to inspire and transform lives.
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