Description
Saint Kinga, Hungarian princess and Polish duchess
Kinga was born in 1234 into the Hungarian �rp�d dynasty and married Boles�aw V, Duke of Krak�w and Sandomierz. Christian tradition remembers their commitment to chastity and her extensive support for the poor, the Church, and rebuilding after Mongol invasions. She is also associated with the development of the salt mines at Bochnia and Wieliczka. After her husband died, she entered the Poor Clare convent she founded at Stary S�cz. She died in 1292 and was canonized there in 1999.
Poor Clare habit and model of a sacred foundation
The image presents Kinga in the dark habit and veil of a Poor Clare. She holds a detailed architectural model, referring to her work as a founder and benefactor of churches and the convent at Stary S�cz. The model is a more precise reading of this particular composition than the better-known ring and lump of salt found in other images of Kinga. Her royal origin is expressed through patronage and service rather than a crown.
For miners, charitable leadership, and Polish-Hungarian heritage
Saint Kinga is patron of salt miners and an important figure in both Polish and Hungarian Christian heritage. The icon can accompany prayer for miners, women responsible for institutions, benefactors, married couples, and religious communities. It speaks of using property and influence for reconstruction, education, and mercy. It suits a home prayer space, mine office, convent, parish room, or a gift for a name day, public service, charitable work, or Polish-Hungarian family heritage.
Crafted on linden wood in Poland
Made to order in Poland on a double-primed linden wood panel, with direct printing and decorative gold-tone metal leaf. A certificate with the year of production and a wall hanger are included.