Description
Saint Bridget of Sweden, mother, pilgrim and mystic
Saint Bridget of Sweden (1303-1373) was married to Ulf and became the mother of eight children. Her life of faith included family responsibilities, care for the poor and pilgrimage. After her husband's death, prayer and spiritual writing took an increasingly central place.
She traveled to Rome in 1349 and sought approval for the Order of the Most Holy Savior, the Bridgettine foundation associated with Vadstena. Her Revelations are an important work of medieval spirituality, especially in their contemplation of Christ's Passion. John Paul II named her a co-patron of Europe.
The portrait shows Bridget with joined hands and an upward gaze. A dark veil, white neck covering and decorated band across the head frame the face. The image concentrates on prayer rather than a scene from her travels or family life.
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.
For a prayer corner or a gift connected with the name Bridget or Birgitta. Her varied vocation offers a subject for reflection on family life, widowhood and service within the Church.