Saint joseph holding a lily, oil on canvas, 18th-century french school, 51x48 cm, gilt wood frame a portrait at the crossroads of two periods, this oil on canvas portrait of saint joseph holding a lily is a testament to the late baroque movement of its time, adorned with a 19th-century baroque gilt wood frame. from the 18th-century french school, the subject here is saint joseph, depicted with the fleur-de-lis, a symbol of purity and integrity, very common in christian iconography from the 17th century onward. His slightly raised right hand gesture expresses blessing and serenity, typical of divine protection, as is often attributed to the patron saint of families. the color palette is soft and typical of the late baroque of its time. This unique and rare portrait, due to its condition and composition, will make an excellent addition to a private collection of sacred art, or for interior decoration based on a sacred theme. In any case, it's a perfect portrait for lovers of devotional paintings, as the figure of saint joseph is rarer! fans of sacred art or catholics looking for pieces with a history and an antique look, don't wait any longer and adopt this portrait of saint joseph holding a lily. dimensions: → total h x w x d: 58 x 48 x 5 cm → canvas h x w: 38 x 36 cm → weight: 2.2 kg → condition: very good overall condition, patina and slight cracks can be noted on the canvas, proof of its age and authenticity.