Madonna of the Book Florentine Plaque - 12"

• Botticelli's Madonna of the Book
• Florentine plaque
• Regal colors and gold leaf accents
• Distinctive and holy art
• Made in Italy

This distinctive plaque is made in the ancient Florentine style, with the richly colored image on European poplar wood. Generously applied gold leaf accents the outer edges. The design is refreshed, with a contemporary pattern of florals and swirls, so the image resembles an ancient tile with an antiqued gold border, but retains the artistic tradition of ages past. Inside the tondo, or "round window" is the beloved image of The Madonna of the Book by Sandro Botticelli. In the richly colored image, Mary reads from the Book of Hours commonly used in prayer. She is serious, thougtful and immersed in prayer and her Son. He holds the Crown of Thorns and three nails. Cherries represent His blood, plums their tender union and figs the Resurrection. This is a distinctive and unique plaque made in Italy and a wonderful accent for any sacred space.