19 inches width x 25 inches length These are a pair of vintage monochrome print depicting the Sacred Hearts of Mary and Jesus, which is one of the most widely practiced and influential Roman Catholic devotions. Key Details & Symbolism Jesus The Sacred Heart: Located centrally on Jesus’s chest, the heart is exposed to symbolize his unconditional and burning divine love for humanity. It is encircled by a crown of thorns, surmounted by a cross, and features a wound from the lance, representing his sacrifice and crucifixion. Gestures & Wounds: Jesus’s left hand is raised in a gesture of blessing or presentation, while his right hand points directly toward his heart to emphasize its spiritual importance. The nail marks (stigmata) from the crucifixion are visible on his palms. Mary The Immaculate Heart: The heart is shown outside her vestments, radiating light to symbolize her maternal love for humanity. It is encircled by white roses or lilies, signifying her purity and sinlessness, and pierced by a sword, representing her deep sorrow during the crucifixion of Jesus. Gestures: Her right hand touches her upper chest while her left hand is positioned open beneath her heart, a traditional pose meant to invite contemplation of her love and suffering. Art Style & Age: These specific compositions are based on late 19th-century classic European religious works, heavily popularized by prints from French lithographers like L. Turgis and mid-century American printmakers. It is rendered in a monochrome/sepia format, which was common for devotional prints produced between the late 1800s and the 1920s. The Frame: The artwork is housed in a traditional antique wooden frame with an ornate, beaded gold-gilt inner liner, typical of late Victorian or early 20th-century home devotional decor.
