Madonna of the Lilies Pendant Our Lady of the Lilies Handmade Pendant Featuring Catholic Art by Dovetail Ink in Vintage Style Setting

This stunning and unique pendant necklace features the focal point of the painting "Madonna of the Lilies" by Monica Welch of Dovetail Ink ( Dovetailink.etsy.com ). It is truly a one-of-a-kind. Here is a description of the painting in Monica's words: "This piece was based on the lovely painting 'Our Lady of the Lilies' by Bouguereau. His painting is a favorite of Martina Kreitzer, foundress of the blog Catholic Sistas (www.catholicsistas.com). Martina has a special affinity for the Miraculous Medal and St Catherine Laboure (the Sister who received the visions from which the medals were designed). As my drawings always include text, I incorporated both a quote by St Catherine and the text of the Miraculous Medal prayer ("O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee") into my rendition - along with contemporary style elements. St. Catherine Laboure was a simple woman who remained anonymous throughout her life, despite the growing renown of the Medals. Simple prayers are what we moms often turn to out of necessity, and this quote by St Catherine seemed perfect: "God always speaks to you when you approach Him plainly and simply." The painting in its entirety, may be viewed here: www.etsy.com/listing/233585366/our-lady-of-the-lilies-watercolor The lovely pendant captures the focal point of the painting - Our Lady embracing the Christ Child. The cropped image is set into an antique bronze Tibetan Style pendant setting and sealed in with a jeweler's grade resin. The setting is made from an alloy and is nickel free, making it safe for sensitive skin. The pendant comes on a 18" brass chain. It will arrive in a gift box with a handmade card. It's ready to gift to someone special. All you need to do is sign the card.