Pair of Rare Antique Religious Framed Prints of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary

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The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a popular devotion in Catholicism, representing Jesus' physical heart as a symbol of divine … Read more The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a popular devotion in Catholicism, representing Jesus' physical heart as a symbol of divine love for humanity. It is often depicted with a flaming heart, pierced by a lance, crowned with thorns, and bleeding, symbolizing his suffering and sacrifice. This imagery has been widely reproduced in art and devotional items for centuries, serving as a focal point for prayer and contemplation.

The Immaculate Heart of Mary is similarly a devotional image representing the heart of the Virgin Mary, often shown with similar symbols of love and suffering, such as roses, flames, and a sword. This devotion emphasizes Mary's purity, her love for God and humanity, and her sorrows. Both devotions became particularly popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries, leading to a proliferation of prints and artwork.

These depictions are attributed to the artist Zabateri, a pseudonym used by the Austrian painter Hans Zatzka (1859–1945). Zatzka was a prolific artist known for religious and mythological themes, and he often used pseudonyms like Zabateri or Joseph Bernard for his commercial works.

These are typically antique lithograph prints, sometimes described as chromolithographs.

They are often found in ornate, gold-toned wood or gesso frames from the same era. See less