Description
Blanche of Castile, Queen of France
Blanche of Castile was Queen of France, mother of Saint Louis IX, and regent during his minority. Her place in medieval history brings together royal government and the upbringing of a future king. This image presents her in crowned dress, with a cross held upright beside her face.
Royal dress and the cross
A pale veil falls beneath the jeweled crown, while a dark blue mantle covers an orange garment. Red and gold-tone borders outline the clothing. The crown identifies the royal theme, and the cross gives the composition its Christian focus. With its half-length figure and circular halo, the image can be displayed in a home or a room devoted to religious reading and reflection.
Made in Poland on linden wood
Art Christiana makes this icon to order on a linden-wood board with two coats of primer. The image is printed directly onto the prepared surface and finished with decorative gold-tone metal leaf (schlagmetal). A certificate bearing the production year and a hanging fixture are attached to the back.