Mary and Child Christian Wall Relief

Archepiscopal Museum, Utrecht, 12th Century This was the most venerated icon in Constantinople, called the Hodegetria (meaning showing the way in Greek) after the Hodegon where it was kept. This icon was the symbol of the city, carried in processions and in battle. According to tradition, it was painted by St. Luke himself and sent from Jerusalem to Constantinople by the Empress Eudocia. The original icon was lost in the sack of Constantinople in 1453. This beautiful museum reproduction Mary and Child wall relief is intricately carved to capture every detail of the original artwork. This fine art wall relief sculpture is quite an exquisite piece for a classical home or office interior design. It is ideal for your ancient art and museum replica interior decor. This item is made of cultured marble and measures 10.25 x 7.75 x .5