Sacred Art Appraisal

Framed Print of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

This item is a framed print depicting the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The central figure is Jesus Christ, shown from the chest up, with long brown hair, a beard, and a gentle facial expression. He is wearing a blue cloak draped over a red garment. Prominently featured is the Sacred Heart, depicted as a glowing, fiery heart crowned with thorns and surmounted by a cross, radiating brilliant light from his chest. His hands are open in a welcoming or presenting gesture towards the viewer, with one hand gently cupping the radiant heart. The background is a dark, possibly black or very dark green, which makes the luminous halo around Jesus' head and the radiance from his heart stand out vividly. The print is housed in a substantial wooden frame, which appears to be carved or molded with a somewhat ornate, possibly gilded or bronzed, decorative pattern. The frame shows signs of age and wear, consistent with a vintage or antique piece. Visible condition issues include some scratches or scuffs on the surface of the print itself, particularly noticeable in the upper left quadrant. The frame also exhibits some minor chipping or loss of finish in areas. Given the style of the imagery and the apparent age of the frame, this piece likely dates from the late 19th to mid-20th century, a period when such devotional artwork was widely popular. The quality of the print appears to be a chromolithograph or similar reproduction method, common for religious art of that era, intended for home display.